Who is authorized to alter a prescription label?

The dispensing pharmacist is authorized to alter a prescription label because they have the proper training and legal authority to make such changes in accordance with pharmacy law and regulations. Pharmacists are responsible for ensuring that the medication is dispensed correctly and that the label accurately reflects the prescription, including the dosing instructions and patient information. This role is critical in the medication distribution process to guarantee patient safety and compliance with legal standards.

Other options, while they may hold important roles within healthcare, do not carry the authorization to modify prescription labels. A registered nurse can provide patient care and may communicate with pharmacists but does not have the authority to alter prescriptions. A doctor prescribes medication but typically would not make changes to a label once the prescription is filled. An office administrator may handle administrative tasks but lacks the clinical background or authority to adjust a prescription label.