Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
392 - MAINE BOARD OF PHARMACY
Part 5 - LICENSE DENIAL AND PROFESSIONAL DISCIPLINE
Chapter 34 - LICENSURE OF RETAIL SUPPLIERS OF MEDICAL OXYGEN
Section 392-5-34-2 - License Required

Universal Citation: 02 ME Code Rules ยง 392-5-34-2

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

1. General Requirement

Medical oxygen for use by a specific person may be sold at retail only pursuant to a prescription from a practitioner. A retail supplier of medical oxygen located within or outside Maine who sells or dispenses medical oxygen to consumers who reside in Maine shall obtain a retail supplier of medical oxygen license from the board. A retail supplier of medical oxygen need not have a pharmacist in charge or a pharmacist.

2. Exception for Licensed Pharmacies

A pharmacy licensed by the board may sell medical oxygen at retail without need of a license under this chapter.

3. Sales for Emergency Medical Use - Dual Licensure Not Required

A retail supplier of medical oxygen licensed under this chapter who sells oxygen for emergency medical use to a licensed practitioner or licensed health care facility need not, by virtue of those sales alone, be licensed as a wholesaler pursuant to Chapter 12 of the board's rules.

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