By West Lucas News |
Jan 8, 2019
Rep. Derek Merrin's House Bill 101, known as the Epinephrine Accessibility Act, has been signed into law by Governor Kasich in Ohio. The bill aims to increase the affordability and accessibility of epinephrine auto-injectors for individuals in need. Merrin expressed that by allowing pharmacists to substitute brand-name epinephrine auto-injectors for equivalent ones, patients can benefit from lower costs. He stated, "The legislation makes it easier for Epi Pen competitors to compete, which will ultimately lead to lower costs."Additionally, the bill permits pharmacists to...