The Pharmacy and Medical Boards have approved modifications to the statewide protocol for pharmacist-initiated hormonal contraceptive therapy. These changes took effect on May 20, 2025. The updated protocol is available online.
The North Carolina Association of Pharmacists (NCAP) has revised its Hormonal Contraceptive Toolkit to incorporate these updates. Additionally, NCAP has created a video explaining the changes, which can be accessed on YouTube.
Further information regarding the authority of qualifying immunizing pharmacists to initiate certain drug therapies is available in the FAQ section of the Board's website.
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