The OCP issued new regulations allowing pharmacists in community pharmacies to refill existing prescriptions under certain criteria without contacting the prescriber. The criteria include that the pharmacist must make reasonable efforts to contact the prescriber, the patient has a chronic condition, the prescription is for a stable medication regimen, and the quantity dispensed does not exceed 3 months or the original amount. The pharmacist must document their authorization, notify the prescriber, and use professional judgment. Communication will be sent to prescribers about the new regulations.