Administrative Rules of Montana
Department 24 - LABOR AND INDUSTRY
Chapter 24.165 - BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRACTICE
Subchapter 24.165.5 - Licensing and Scope of Practice
Rule 24.165.520 - NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS PROTOCOLS

Universal Citation: MT Admin Rules 24.165.520

Current through Register Vol. 18, September 20, 2024

(1) Clinicians may use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents as directed by a licensed medical practitioner with prescriptive authority.

(2) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents act by blocking the formation of prostaglandins.

(3) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents are indicated for acute inflammation including but not limited to tendonitis, arthritis, and bursitis.

(4) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents are contraindicated when there is a local infection or abrasion at the site of application. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents are also contraindicated when there is sensitivity to topical anti-inflammatory agents.

(5) The specific nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents permitted by this rule are:

(a) ketaprofen 20 percent (10 percent is available without prescription);

(b) piroxicam 1 percent or 2 percent;

(c) ibuprofen, up to 20 percent; and

(d) diclofenac 2.5 percent.

AUTH: 37-24-201, 37-24-202, MCA IMP: 37-24-108, 37-24-109, MCA

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