Fla. Admin. Code R. 64F-13.001

Current through Reg. 50, No. 235-239, December 10, 2024

Section 64F-13.001 - Definition of Emergency Situation

For the purpose of authorizing an oral prescription of a controlled substance listed in Schedule II of the Federal Controlled Substance Act, the term "emergency situation" means those situations in which the prescribing practitioner determines:

(1) That immediate administration of the controlled substance is necessary, for proper treatment of the intended ultimate user; and,

(2) That no appropriate alternative treatment is available, including administration of a drug which is not a controlled substance under Schedule II of the Act; and,

(3) That it is not reasonably possible for the prescribing practitioner to provide a written prescription to be presented to the person dispensing the substance, prior to the dispensing.

Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 64F-13.001

Rulemaking Authority 893.04(1)(f) FS. Law Implemented 893.04(1)(f) FS.

New 1-1-77, Formerly 10D-46.11, 10D-46.011.