NH Board of Pharmacy - Concord, NH

About the NH Board of Pharmacy

The New Hampshire Board of Pharmacy is the state regulatory body responsible for licensing and overseeing the practice of pharmacy within New Hampshire. Administratively attached to the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC), the Board's primary mission is to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring that citizens receive quality pharmaceutical care. The Board regulates pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and interns, as well as in-state and non-resident pharmacies, manufacturers, and distributors.

Licensing and Regulation

The Board manages the licensure process for thousands of pharmacy professionals and facilities. This includes setting educational standards, administering jurisprudence examinations for technicians, and processing renewals. The Board also conducts inspections of pharmacies to ensure compliance with state and federal laws regarding drug storage, dispensing procedures, and record-keeping. Through the OPLC, they offer an online portal for license verification and renewal, streamlining the process for practitioners.

• Licensure: Credentialing of pharmacists and technicians.
• Compliance: Investigating complaints and conducting facility inspections.
• Public Safety: Regulation of controlled substance distribution.

Administrative Information

While the Board was historically located on Fruit Street, its administrative operations are now centralized at the OPLC offices at 7 Eagle Square in downtown Concord. All mail, including paper applications and correspondence, should be directed to the Eagle Square address. The Board holds regular public meetings to discuss disciplinary actions, rule changes, and industry issues. Visitors to the administrative office should be prepared for security screening. Most routine business, such as license lookups or renewals, can be completed via the OPLC website.