pharmacist with pain

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My friend was telling me at her store her coworker pharmacist has chronic pain and receives legitimate prescriptions for narcotic pain relievers for herself. Can the state board of pharmacy take action against her even if she does not take them on work days?

 

[deleted556323]

Yes, pharmacists are never allowed to take pain medications. Even if prescribed by a provider for a legit medical purpose.

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[FarmD711]

Maybe your friend should have action taken against her for violating HIPAA

 

[genesis09]

You are certainly allowed to take narcotics if prescribed by a legitimate provider and it doesn't impact your ability to practice.

 

[ancienbon]

My friend was telling me at her store her coworker pharmacist has chronic pain and receives legitimate prescriptions for narcotic pain relievers for herself. Can the state board of pharmacy take action against her even if she does not take them on work days?

No a pharmacist should never take anything for pain no matter how severe the pain is.

 

[Amicable Angora]

The cries of the common folk have numbed us to pain.

 

[Newpharmacist]

Yes, pharmacists are never allowed to take pain medications. Even if prescribed by a provider for a legit medical purpose.

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Really ??? I thought as long as you have a legitimate script you can take any freaking Med : narc or non narc !??

 

[Newpharmacist]

Read the federal law. Seriously. The ignorance on here is insane.

I have read the law. I never came across this particular legal restriction on meds that a pharmacist can or cannot take .
Please quote the "federal law" (if there is any😉 and enlighten us ignorant souls.

 

[owlegrad]

It's not as bad as all that. You just have to choose between being a pharmacist and getting treatment for your pain. No biggie.

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[ChalupaBatman86]

If you have ever had so much as one tablet of an opiate you can never practice as a pharmacist. It is like a dog that has tasted human blood, they need to be put down.

 

[steveysmith54]

On a serious note, it sad state when people think that pharmacist have to give up their human rights like eat, use the bathroom, and now give up right to receive medical treatment.

 

[Sine Cura]

I think if a pharmacist is taking prescribed opioids primarily for emotional pain, that could be an issue.

 

[Newpharmacist]

I know atleast 2 rite aid pharmacists ,one practicing for may be over 30 years , on norco for chronic pain , for several years now!?

 

[accordman83]

I know atleast 2 rite aid pharmacists ,one practicing for may be over 30 years , on norco for chronic pain , for several years now!?

I think you might need to reboot your sarcasm meter, I don't think its reading properly.

 

[Corpseman]

I know atleast 2 rite aid pharmacists ,one practicing for may be over 30 years , on norco for chronic pain , for several years now!?

Well now that you know you should probably report them for seeking medical help.

 

[PharmDBro2017]

Already have back problems, if I end up in retail forever I will probably be on norco too. Standing for 10-12hrs straight does a number on your back.

 

[Newpharmacist]

I think you might need to reboot your sarcasm meter, I don't think its reading properly.

It's no sarcasm , just stating the facts . You might need to reboot your comprehension meter.

 

[wagrxm2000]

Why do they have a prescription, just grab a bottle off the shelf like everyone else.