SB 2470 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the requirements for the labeling and dispensing of a prescription drug or biological product.

SB 2470 requires Texas pharmacies (Class A and E) to include specific information on prescription drug labels, such as pharmacy contact details, dispensing date, prescriber name, patient/animal owner information, usage instructions, and quantity. It mandates that labels also provide accessible digital information about potential side effects and contraindications via free mobile apps or assistive technology. Pharmacists must offer large-print data sheets containing all label information and side effect details upon patient request. These requirements apply to prescriptions dispensed on or after March 1, 2026, with rules to be adopted by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy by January 1, 2026.
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 13, 2025 Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Apr 3, 2025
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José Menéndez
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