W. Va. Code § 16-54-3

Current through 2024 First Special Session

Section 16-54-3 - Opioid prescription notifications

Prior to issuing a prescription for a Schedule II opioid drug, a practitioner shall:

(1) Advise the patient regarding the quantity of the Schedule II opioid drug and a patient's option to fill the prescription in a lesser quantity; and

(2) Inform the patient of the risks associated with the Schedule II opioid drug prescribed.

W. Va. Code § 16-54-3

Amended by 2019 Acts, ch. 218 (HB 2768), eff. 6/7/2019.

Added by 2018 Acts, ch. 202 (HB 4035), eff. 6/7/2018.