KY Board of Pharmacy

Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Suspends Wilson Family Pharmacy

The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy has issued an emergency suspension order for Wilson Family Pharmacy INC and pharmacist owner Jigna G Patel, effective August 15, 2025. The suspension follows preliminary findings of serious violations, including inadequate security of prescription drugs and dispensing medication without valid prescriptions, posing an imminent risk to public health.

Kentucky Pharmacy Technician Regulations Updated

The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy has updated regulations concerning pharmacy technicians, specifically 201 KAR 2:045 and 2:165. These amendments clarify technician roles, delegate new responsibilities to certified technicians, and centralize initial application requirements, including mandatory registration for an NABP e-profile.

KY Board of Pharmacy Alert on Compounded GLP-1/GIP Drugs

The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy issued an alert regarding the compounding and dispensing of GLP-1/GIP drugs like semaglutide and tirzepatide from 503B outsourcing facilities. The alert clarifies when such compounding is permissible, referencing FDA guidance and court decisions concerning drug shortage lists and enforcement discretion.

KY Board Fines Med Save Pharmacy $5,000, Revokes Licenses

The Kentucky Board of Pharmacy has fined Med Save Pharmacy $5,000 and revoked its licenses following medication errors that led to the hospitalization of three pediatric patients. The pharmacy compounded misbranded and adulterated clonidine suspensions, violating multiple state statutes and regulations.