California Code of Regulations
Title 22 - Social Security
Division 5 - Licensing and Certification of Health Facilities, Home Health Agencies, Clinics, and Referral Agencies
Chapter 3 - Skilled Nursing Facilities
Article 1 - Definitions
Section 72117 - Unit Dose Medication System

Unit dose medication system means a system in which single dosage units of drugs are prepackaged and prelabeled in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations governing these practices and are made available separated as to patient and by dosage time. The system shall also comprise, but not be limited to, all equipment and appropriate records deemed necessary to make the dose available to the patient in an accurate and safe manner. A pharmacist shall be in charge of and responsible for the system.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 208(a) and 1275, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1275 and 1276, Health and Safety Code.