Patient counseling involves:
- (1) The name and description of the drug;
- (2) The dosage form, dose, route of administration, and duration of drug therapy;
- (3) The intended use of the drug and its expected action;
- (4) Special directions and precautions for preparation, administration, and use by the patient;
- (5) Common severe side effects, adverse drug reactions, interactions, and therapeutic contraindications that may be encountered, including their avoidance, and the action required if they occur;
- (6) Techniques for self-monitoring drug therapy;
- (7) Storage requirements;
- (8) Prescription refill information;
- (9) Action to be taken if a dose is missed; and
- (10) The pharmacist's comments relevant to the individual's drug therapy, including any other information peculiar to the specific patient or drug.
Source: 19 SDR 93, effective December 31, 1992 ; 50 SDR 138, effective June 2, 2024; 52 SDR 27, effective September 15, 2025 .
General Authority: SDCL 36-11-68 .
Law Implemented: SDCL 36-11-2.2 (2), 36-11-68 .
Prior versions effective: 2024-06-02, 1992-12-31.