California § 4064 - A prescription for a dangerous drug or dangerous device may be refilled without t
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§ 4064. A prescription for a dangerous drug or dangerous device may be refilled without t
(a) A prescription for a dangerous drug or dangerous device may be refilled without the prescriberâs authorization if the prescriber is unavailable to authorize the refill and if, in the pharmacistâs professional judgment, failure to refill the prescription might interrupt the patientâs ongoing care and have a significant adverse effect on the patientâs well-being. (b) The pharmacist shall inform the patient that the prescription was refilled pursuant to this section. (c) The pharmacist shall inform the prescriber within a reasonable period of time of any refills dispensed pursuant to this section. (d) The prescriber shall not incur any liability as the result of a refilling of a prescription pursuant to this section. (e) Notwithstanding Section 4060 or any other law, a person may possess a dangerous drug or dangerous device furnished without prescription pursuant to this section.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 4064
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 4064 cover?
Section 4064 ("A prescription for a dangerous drug or dangerous device may be refilled without t") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 4064?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 4064 apply to my situation?
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