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News  CIRCULAR LETTER: DCP 26-03-124 Pharmacist Administration of Medications

3/11/2026
  • Drug Control Program
  • Bureau of Health Professions Licensure

Circular Letter

RE:      Pharmacist Administration of Medications
Summary of Changes

This Circular replaces DCP 23-04-118, dated April 21, 2023, by adding pharmacist authorization to administer the following: testosterone for gender-affirming care, medications for prevention of HIV, and medications for treatment and prevention of sexually transmitted infections.

Additional Resources

CIRCULAR LETTER: DCP 26-03-124 Pharmacist Administration of Medications, Open DOCX file, 58.32 KB (DOCX 58.32 KB)

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