The HPA Bylaws Schedule F Part 8 – Making a Diagnosis and Prescribing Standards, Limits and Conditions do not prevent pharmacists from making a diagnosis or prescribing for minor ailments and contraception in settings outside of licensed pharmacies. However, when prescribing for patients in settings other than licensed pharmacies, pharmacists must continue to act in accordance with those standards and other relevant legislation, bylaws, and policies referred to in the Application section of the standards. Regardless of practice setting, pharmacists must confirm with the patient that the setting is suitably private for the patient.
In its recommendations to the College Board, the Prescribing and Drug Administration Committee (PDAC) of the College identified virtual care as an area that may require further regulation to ensure consistency in patient care. The standards, limits and conditions for virtual PPMAC services may be subject to change in the future.