When can a pharmacist change a prescription in Colorado?

In Colorado, pharmacists have the authority to make certain changes to prescriptions, but there are specific guidelines that must be followed to ensure patient safety and the integrity of therapy. The correct choice indicates that a pharmacist can modify a prescription only if the change does not alter the patient's therapy. This is important because the primary responsibility of the pharmacist is to maintain the efficacy and safety of the patient's medication regimen.

This means that while minor adjustments such as correcting a spelling error in the patient's name or changing the dosage form (e.g., from tablet to liquid) might be permissible, any alteration that affects the therapeutic outcome or the intended treatment plan should be avoided unless there is clear communication and agreement with the prescribing physician. Pharmacists must also follow state regulations and their professional judgment when determining which changes are appropriate, ensuring they do not compromise patient care.

The other options do not adequately reflect the underlying principle of maintaining the patient's therapy or misinterpret the pharmacist's role in the medication management process.