059-16 Wyo. Code R. § 16-9

Current through April 27, 2019
Section 16-9 - Immunizations

(a) Immunizations authorized by this Chapter shall be prescribed in accordance with the latest notice from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Specifically, CDC's "Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule, by Vaccine and Age Group" and "Recommended Adult Immunization Schedule by Vaccine and Medical and Other Indications," or "Recommended Immunization Schedule for Persons Aged 0 Through 18 Years," including the footnotes provided for each schedule, shall be utilized by the pharmacist when considering the eligibility of a healthy individual to receive an immunization. The latest notice from CDC may be found at CDC's website (http://www.cdc.gov).

(b) In addition to the requirements of this Chapter, the pharmacist shall utilize the manufacturer's package insert for indications, contraindications, adverse reactions, dosing, route of administration, specifics regarding administration, and storage requirements for each specific immunization authorized by this Chapter.

(c) All immunizations shall be administered with the individual receiving the vaccine seated with back support.

(d) A current Vaccine Information Statement, as provided by CDC, shall be provided to each person receiving an immunization for each immunization administered. The Vaccine Information Statement is available from CDC's website (http://www.cdc.gov).

059-16 Wyo. Code R. § 16-9

Amended, Eff. 5/16/2017.