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Checklist: Dispensing S4 vapes
Checklist: Dispensing S4 vapes
Step-by-step checklist to ensure compliance and clinical best practices when dispensing S4 therapeutic vapes
Confirm the patient has presented a valid prescription
- Vape brand name;
- Nicotine concentration; and
- Quantity and directions for use
Confirm the prescriber has the authority to prescribe
| SAS Reference Number on script | OR | Supporting documentation included | |
| AP | AP number: MAPYY/01234567 | Copy of the AP authorisation letter | |
| SAS-B | SAS-B authorisation number: MBYY/01234567 | Copy of the SAS-B approval letter | |
| SAS-C | SAS-C notification number : MCYY/01234567 | Copy of the SAS-C notification | |
| Validate through TGA’s SAS Portal | Retain copy |
If unable to confirm, submit an SAS-C notification via the SAS Portal
Before an SAS-C notification may be submitted on behalf of the prescriber you must:
- Establish that the patient is over 16 years of age; and
- Establish that the patient is not pregnant.
If you are unable to submit an SAS-C notification, revert, or ask the patient to revert, to the prescriber for confirmation of authority to prescribe.
Establish the quantity prescribed, and inform the patient of the cost of supply
If the patient requires staged-supply, adjust quantities and repeats as needed.
Dispense S4 vapes
Provide the patient with professional advice
If the patient is not familiar with using a therapeutic vape:
- Provide the patient with the Nicovape® Q New Patient Guide;
- Provide guidance on the appropriate use of a therapeutic vape for cessation purposes; and
- Help the patient address any queries regarding setup and use of the device.
If applicable, communicate with the prescriber advising that you have submitted an SAS-C notification on their behalf
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Important links
Therapeutic Goods Administration
Pharmaceutical Society of Australia
References
- PSA Professional Practice Standard 1: https://www.psa.org.au/practice-support-industry/pps/
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