What government body is involved in the regulation of pharmacy practice in New Mexico?

The New Mexico Board of Pharmacy is the primary regulatory body responsible for overseeing the practice of pharmacy within the state. This includes ensuring that pharmacists and pharmacy practices comply with state laws and regulations, maintaining professional standards, and protecting public health. The Board is tasked with licensing pharmacists and pharmacies, enforcing state pharmacy laws, and handling disciplinary actions when necessary.

While the New Mexico Health Department plays a role in public health and various health-related regulations, it does not specifically regulate pharmacy practice. Similarly, the New Mexico Medical Board focuses on the licensing and regulation of medical doctors and does not pertain to pharmacy practice. The Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is involved in the regulation of controlled substances at a federal level and while it impacts pharmacy practice, its role is not specific to the regulation of pharmacy practice in New Mexico. Thus, the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy holds the specific authority necessary for governing pharmacy practices within the state.