49 Pa. Code § 33.210 - Storage of drugs
Dentists who administer or dispense drugs shall comply with the following standards:
(1) Each
drug storage area shall be maintained in a clean and orderly condition.
(i) The storage area shall be dry, well
ventilated and well lighted. Provision shall be made for adequate dust,
humidity and temperature controls to ensure drug stability.
(ii) The storage area shall contain only
drugs and related supplies and equipment which are necessary for the
administration and dispensing of drugs to the dentist's own patients.
(iii) Drugs in the storage area shall be
accurately labeled. Until a drug is administered or dispensed to a dental
patient, it shall be kept in the manufacturer's original container showing the
manufacturer's lot number and the expiration date.
(iv) Drugs in the storage area shall be free
from adulteration. Appropriate procedures shall be established to minimize the
hazards of cross contamination.
(v)
Outdated or deteriorated drugs shall be identified as such and shall be
segregated in the storage area pending their return to the manufacturer or
their appropriate disposal. The dentist shall maintain records reflecting the
final disposition of these products.
(2) Controlled substances shall be stored in
a substantially constructed, locked container such as a cabinet or safe. Access
to the locked container where controlled substances are kept in order to clean,
replenish supplies or perform other necessary functions shall be allowed only
when a dentist is present and supervising.
(3) The dentist shall provide for the safe,
secure and sanitary disposal of drug-containing refuse.
(4) This section prescribes minimum standards
for the storage of drugs in dental offices. It does not relieve a dentist from
complying with more stringent standards that may be imposed by another
regulation or by statute.
(5) A
dentist's failure to comply with this section will be considered unprofessional
conduct and will subject the noncomplying dentist to disciplinary action as
authorized in section 4.1(a)(8) of the act (63 P. S. §
123.1(a)(8)).
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