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Alaska Board of Pharmacy

The Board of Pharmacy “the board” is staffed by the Division of Corporations, Business, and Professional Licensing. The board consists of five pharmacists, one pharmacy technician, and one public member. Board members are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Legislature.

The board adopts regulations to carry out laws governing pharmacy practice in Alaska. It makes final licensing decisions and takes disciplinary actions against licensees who violate laws under AS 08, 12 AAC 52, and other applicable laws. The board is required to meet at least three (3) times a year, all of which may be held via teleconference or videoconference. Though not required, a public comment period may be on the agenda if appropriately published. Meeting agendas and minutes are available from the board’s executive administrator and will be posted to this website once prepared. Draft minutes are typically available within 10 days subsequent to a meeting while final minutes are typically posted within 3-4 months.

Medical Spa Services Work Group

Six licensing boards have convened a work group to review the regulation of “medical spa services” such as IV hydration, advanced esthetics, Botox administration, and other related procedures. Please visit the Medical Spa Services Work Group web page for additional information.

Public Notice:

Notice of Proposed Regulations

The Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development proposes regulation changes dealing with updating occupational license fees for the Board of Pharmacy to repeal the licensure fees for pharmacies located out of state and non-resident wholesale drug distributors.

Written comments deadline: 4:30 p.m. on January 3, 2025

As health care providers, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians have always felt the need to ensure the safety of their patients. In recent years, however, stress levels for pharmacy personnel have increased exponentially as they have taken on new responsibilities and seen increased workloads, while at the same time providing patients with top-level care. To help support pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, NABP has compiled tools and information that can be used to find help. Please visit this website to access NABP’s Mental Health and Well-Being Resources.

Pharmacy Staff | Mental Health Resources | Rising Stress Levels (nabp.pharmacy)

Board Approved Epinephrine Training Material:

Injection Connection (aafaalaska.com) Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – Alaska Chapter

*Any entity wishing to have their epinephrine training material considered by the board should reach out to boardofpharmacy@alaska.gov to make that request.

IS YOUR ONLINE/INTERNET PHARMACY SAFE?

Before using the services of online/internet pharmacies make sure the pharmacy is legitimate and safe. Verify your pharmacy using the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Safe. Pharmacy program here to ensure your online/internet pharmacy is safe to use.

Explore the FDA’s BeSafeRx campaign resources and tools so you can make safer, more informed decisions when purchasing prescription medicine from an online/internet pharmacy.

Professions Regulated by the Board

  • Licensees
    • Pharmacist
    • Pharmacy Intern
    • Pharmacy Technician
  • Facilities
    • Pharmacy
    • Remote Pharmacy
    • Drug Room
    • Internet/Online Pharmacy
    • Wholesale Drug Distributor
    • Outsourcing Facility
    • Manufacturer
    • Third Party Logistics Provider (3PL)

National Organizations

National organizations may provide information on the regulation of pharmacy practice in other states.

Contact Information

To better assist you, we advise providing the license number that you are referencing.

Email: BoardofPharmacy@Alaska.Gov
PO Box 110806
Juneau, AK 99811-0806

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  • Meeting Minutes
  • Notice of Proposed Changes to Regulations

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