For the Public

Complaints

Complaints, suspected violations of federal or state drug laws, and problems with drug products can be submitted to the Board online.

• Submit Complaint

Start Talking! – Building a Drug-Free Future

Start Talking! is a new effort championed by Governor Kasich and First Lady Karen W. Kasich aimed at preventing drug abuse among Ohio’s most vulnerable citizens – our children.

• Start Talking!

Frequently Asked Questions

For more information on a particular topic, click on one of the questions below or search this FAQ using the search feature at the top of this page.

Drug Disposal

• Where can I safely dispose of unused or expired medications?
Resources on the safe disposal of unused or expired medications can be accessed here.



Emergency Refills

• Can a pharmacist dispense an emergency refill to a patient if their prescription is out of refills or has expired?
Yes. Under certain conditions, this is permissible. For more information, the Board has a developed a guidance document that can be accessed here.



Naloxone

• Where can I find a list of pharmacies that dispense naloxone without a prescription?
A list of pharmacies dispensing naloxone without a prescription can be found here.