COLUMBIA, S.C. (FOX Carolina) – The South Carolina Department of Public Health (DPH) has authorized a one-time early refill of Schedule III-V prescriptions for valid refills that are due through Saturday, Oct. 4.
This authorization follows Gov. Henry McMaster’s declaration of a state of emergency on Friday ahead of the possible effects of Tropical Disturbance 94L.
“We are taking this action due to the potential for interruptions of services and communications and imminent danger to individuals and communities following the storm,” said Interim Director of DPH, Dr. Edward Simmer.
According to DPH officials, dispensers will pull all original controlled substance prescriptions and document the early refill information in detail, including, but not limited to, date, time, reason for early refill, and pharmacist signature.
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