In order to dispense nicotine cessation therapy, a pharmacist shall:

1. (a) Hold a current license to practice as a pharmacist or be registered as a pharmacy intern under RSA 318:15-b in New Hampshire;
2. (b) Possess at least $1,000,000 of professional liability insurance coverage;
3. (c) Complete an Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited educational training program related to nicotine cessation;
4. (d) Provide notice to the primary care provider, when designated by the patient, of the administration of nicotine cessation therapy;
5. (e) Have a current standing order authored and signed by a physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) ;
6. (f) Construct, maintain, and follow written policies and procedures that establish a protocol that includes patient evaluation, treatment, dispensing, and follow up.
7. (g) Recommend the patient seek additional assistance for behavior change, including but not limited to the NH Smoke Free helpline (1-800-quit-now) and web-based programs such as “Quit Now” located at http://quitnownh.org.

Source. #13559, eff 4-12-23