(a) Except as provided in (b) of this section the board may not regulate the sale of patent or nonprescription drugs that are prepackaged for use by the consumer, are in their original, unbroken packaging, and are labeled in accordance with requirements of the federal government.
(b) The board may regulate the sale and distribution of patent or nonprescription drugs under AS 44.62.250 when the regulation is required by an emergency to protect the public health and safety.
(c) Except as otherwise provided in a regulation under (b) of this section, a pharmacist may prescribe, dispense, and administer nonprescription drugs or devices.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 8. Business and Professions
Chapter 80. Pharmacists and Pharmacies
Article 1. The Board of Pharmacy.
Sec. 08.80.003. Practice of pharmacy as a profession.
Sec. 08.80.005. Statement of purpose.
Sec. 08.80.010. Creation and membership of board; officers.
Sec. 08.80.030. Powers and duties of the board.
Sec. 08.80.045. Nonprescription drugs and devices.
Sec. 08.80.050. Applicability of Administrative Procedure Act.
Sec. 08.80.060. Meetings of the board.