Which of the following individuals is NOT allowed to mail prescription drugs?

Pharmacy technicians are typically not permitted to mail prescription drugs because their activities are generally restricted under state and federal regulations. In many jurisdictions, including Alabama, mailing prescriptions is considered part of the practice of pharmacy, which is primarily reserved for licensed pharmacists. Technicians support the pharmacist in their duties but are not licensed to engage in activities that require professional judgment, such as mailing medications.

Pharmacists are legally allowed to mail prescription drugs as they are responsible for overseeing the dispensing of medications and ensuring compliance with all regulations. Prescribers may also be involved in the mailing of medications, especially in cases where they are providing medications directly to patients, although this often involves specific regulations and guidelines. Licensed delivery services are also authorized to transport prescribed medications, including through mailing services, as they operate under different regulations that permit such activities.

Understanding these distinctions is critical for pharmacy practice and compliance with the law.