About the Pharmacy Substance Use Disorder Program (PSUD)

Learn about the PSUD program. See background information, length of the program, confidentiality, outcomes, and more.

Background

According to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 112, section 24H, PSUD is a voluntary, non-disciplinary alternative to traditional disciplinary action for pharmacists, pharmacy interns and pharmacy technicians with substance use disorders.

Fact sheet

• PSUD Fact Sheet (PDF) | (DOC)

Length of program

PSUD is a 5 year program.

Consent Agreement for PSUD Participation (CAPP)

The CAPP is a legally-binding document that outlines your participation in PSUD.

Contract requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Toxicology screenings
• Individual therapy
• Self-help group participation
• Monitored practice

Confidentiality

Participation in PSUD is strictly confidential.

PSUD participation outcomes

Upon successful completion of the PSUD program, we expect that you will:

• Be able to safely return to pharmacy practice without restrictions
• Be able to demonstrate sustained recovery