The pharmacy industry is regulated by both federal and state law. Every state in the country requires pharmacies to be properly licensed before they can legally operate within its borders. License type depends on the specific activity being conducted and include, but are not limited to, pharmacy manufacturer license, pharmacy wholesaler license, pharmacy importer/exporter license, pharmacy re-packer license, and pharmacy retailer license.
All these business license laws can be difficult for pharmacies to navigate, but failure to comply could result in blocked commissions, fines, and the suspension or revocation of future business licenses. This general overview identifies the regulatory and licensing requirements by state for the brick-and-mortar pharmacy business.
