Section 4015.

4015. For purposes of this chapter, the definitions of the terms in this article shall govern the construction of this chapter, unless otherwise indicated. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 890, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1997.)

Section 4016.

4016. “Administer” means the direct application of a drug or device to the body of a patient or research subject by injection, inhalation, ingestion, or other means. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 549, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1998.)

Section 4016.5.

4016.5. “Advanced practice pharmacist” means a licensed pharmacist who has been recognized as an advanced practice pharmacist by the board, pursuant to Section 4210. A board-recognized advanced practice pharmacist is entitled to practice advanced practice pharmacy, as described in Section 4052.6, within or outside of a licensed pharmacy as authorized by this chapter. (Added by […]

Section 4017.

4017. “Authorized officers of the law” means inspectors of the California State Board of Pharmacy, inspectors of the Food and Drug Branch of the State Department of Public Health, and investigators of the department’s Division of Investigation or peace officers engaged in official investigations. (Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 653, Sec. 20. (SB 1489) Effective […]

Section 4017.3.

4017.3. (a) An “automated drug delivery system” (ADDS) means a mechanical system that performs operations or activities, other than compounding or administration, relative to the storage, dispensing, or distribution of drugs. An ADDS shall collect, control, and maintain all transaction information to accurately track the movement of drugs into and out of the system for security, […]

Section 4018.

4018. “Board” means the California State Board of Pharmacy. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 549, Sec. 12. Effective January 1, 1998.)

Section 4019.

4019. An “order,” entered on the chart or medical record of a patient registered in a hospital or a patient under emergency treatment in the hospital, by or on the order of a practitioner authorized by law to prescribe drugs, shall be authorization for the administration of the drug from hospital floor or ward stocks […]

Section 4021.

4021. “Controlled substance” means any substance listed in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11053) of Division 10 of the Health and Safety Code. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 549, Sec. 14. Effective January 1, 1998.)

Section 4021.5.

4021.5. (a) “Correctional pharmacy” means a pharmacy, licensed by the board, for the purpose of providing drugs and pharmaceutical care to inmates of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. (b) As part of its pharmaceutical care, a correctional pharmacy may dispense or administer medication pursuant to a chart order, as defined in Section 4019, or other valid […]

Section 4022.

4022. “Dangerous drug” or “dangerous device” means any drug or device unsafe for self-use in humans or animals, and includes the following: (a) Any drug that bears the legend: “Caution: federal law prohibits dispensing without prescription,” “Rx only,” or words of similar import. (b) Any device that bears the statement: “Caution: federal law restricts this device to […]

Section 4022.5.

4022.5. (a) “Designated representative” means an individual to whom a license has been granted pursuant to Section 4053. A pharmacist fulfilling the duties of Section 4053 shall not be required to obtain a license as a designated representative. (b) “Designated representative-in-charge” means a designated representative or designated representative-reverse distributor, or a pharmacist licensed in the home state […]

Section 4022.6.

4022.6. “Designated representative-reverse distributor” means an individual to whom a license has been granted pursuant to Section 4053.2, who is responsible for supervision over a licensed wholesaler that only acts as a reverse distributor. A pharmacist fulfilling the duties of Section 4053.2 shall not be required to obtain a license as a designated representative-reverse distributor. […]

Section 4022.7.

4022.7. (a) “Designated representative-3PL” means an individual to whom a license has been granted pursuant to Section 4053.1. A pharmacist fulfilling the duties of Section 4053.1 shall not be required to obtain a license as a designated representative-3PL. (b) “Responsible manager” means a designated representative-3PL selected by a third-party logistics provider and approved by the board as […]

Section 4023.

4023. “Device” means any instrument, apparatus, machine, implant, in vitro reagent, or contrivance, including its components, parts, products, or the byproducts of a device, and accessories that are used or intended for either of the following: (a) Use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease in a human or any other animal. (b) To […]

Section 4023.5.

4023.5. For the purposes of this chapter, “direct supervision and control” means that a pharmacist is on the premises at all times and is fully aware of all activities performed by either a pharmacy technician or intern pharmacist. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 621, Sec. 47. Effective January 1, 2006.)

Section 4024.

4024. (a) Except as provided in subdivision (b), “dispense” means the furnishing of drugs or devices upon a prescription from a physician, nurse practitioner practicing pursuant to Section 2837.103 or 2837.104, dentist, optometrist, podiatrist, veterinarian, or naturopathic doctor pursuant to Section 3640.7, or upon an order to furnish drugs or transmit a prescription from a certified […]

Section 4025.

4025. “Drug” means any of the following: (a) Articles recognized in the official United States Pharmacopoeia, official National Formulary or official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States, or any supplement of any of them. (b) Articles intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease in humans or other animals. (c) Articles (other than […]

Section 4025.1.

4025.1. “Nonprescription drug” means a drug which may be sold without a prescription and which is labeled for use by the consumer in accordance with the requirements of the laws and rules of this state and the federal government. (Added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 549, Sec. 19. Effective January 1, 1998.)

Section 4025.2.

4025.2. “Nonprescription diabetes test device” means a glucose meter or test strip for use in the treatment of prediabetic or diabetic individuals that may be sold without a prescription and that is labeled for use by the consumer in accordance with the requirements of the laws and rules of this state and the federal government. […]

Section 4026.

4026. “Furnish” means to supply by any means, by sale or otherwise. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 890, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1997.)