Wyoming MPJE 2025 questions and answers
2025
1. Can Wyoming pharmacists prescribe medications?
Answer:
• Yes, under limited authority:
o Naloxone (no CPA required).
o Tobacco cessation products (e.g., nicotine gum).
o Vaccines (must complete ACPE-approved training).
• No independent prescribing of controlled substances (except in emergencies).
2. What is Wyoming’s PDMP (Prescription Drug Monitoring Program) requirement?
Answer:
• Mandatory check before dispensing opioids or benzodiazepines.
• Reporting: Controlled substances must be reported to the PDMP within 24 hours.
3. What are Wyoming’s technician-to-pharmacist ratios?
Answer:
• Retail/Community Pharmacy: 1:2 (1 pharmacist max supervises 2 techs).
• Hospital/Institutional Pharmacy: 1:3 (with additional oversight).
4. Are emergency refills allowed for controlled substances in Wyoming?
Answer:
• Non-controlled drugs: Up to a 72-hour supply permitted.
• Controlled substances: Not allowed (except hospice/palliative care under specific
conditions).
5. Does Wyoming recognize out-of-state pharmacist licenses?
Answer:
• No. Wyoming does not participate in licensure reciprocity (e.g., no "compact license").
2025
1. Can Wyoming pharmacists prescribe medications?
Answer:
• Yes, under limited authority:
o Naloxone (no CPA required).
o Tobacco cessation products (e.g., nicotine gum).
o Vaccines (must complete ACPE-approved training).
• No independent prescribing of controlled substances (except in emergencies).
2. What is Wyoming’s PDMP (Prescription Drug Monitoring Program) requirement?
Answer:
• Mandatory check before dispensing opioids or benzodiazepines.
• Reporting: Controlled substances must be reported to the PDMP within 24 hours.
3. What are Wyoming’s technician-to-pharmacist ratios?
Answer:
• Retail/Community Pharmacy: 1:2 (1 pharmacist max supervises 2 techs).
• Hospital/Institutional Pharmacy: 1:3 (with additional oversight).
4. Are emergency refills allowed for controlled substances in Wyoming?
Answer:
• Non-controlled drugs: Up to a 72-hour supply permitted.
• Controlled substances: Not allowed (except hospice/palliative care under specific
conditions).
5. Does Wyoming recognize out-of-state pharmacist licenses?
Answer:
• No. Wyoming does not participate in licensure reciprocity (e.g., no "compact license").
