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Typically, yes! Most pharmacies dispensing prescription-only drugs to humans are “dispensers” under DSCSA.

DSCSA defines a dispenser as:  

1. a retail pharmacy 
2. a hospital pharmacy 
3. a group of chain pharmacies under common ownership and control that do not act as a wholesale distributor 
4. any other person authorized by law to dispense or administer prescription drugs and the affiliated warehouses or distribution centers of such entities under common ownership and control that do not act as a wholesale distributor. 

Also, DSCSA does not include a person who dispenses only products to be used in animals in accordance with Section 512(a)(5) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

Many resources are available online to learn about DSCSA, including: 

• Explore webinars and DSCSA background information. 
• Read our 4-part blog series about DSCSA implementation.
  • The 4 Biggest Hurdles to DSCSA Compliance
  • NABP Supports a Flexible Approach to DSCSA Digital Credentials
  • How the Industry Can Enable a Realistic Adoption to DSCSA Compliance
  • How Trading Partners Can Prepare for DSCSA
• Find guidance and policy documents from FDA. 
• Discover information specifically for dispensers at dscsa.pharmacy. 

The ATP Status check shows whether a profile represents an authorized trading partner under DSCSA and whether the profile has a validated user.