05/13/2026
Louisiana has passed legislation allowing EMS to administer patientโs own medications for chronic illnesses with the expressed permission of the patient or family member.
An example would be a patient that carries an emergency injection of Solu Cortef for steroid deficiency for Secondary Arenal Insufficiency (SAI) when a patient is in crisis. Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency (SAI) crisis is a life-threatening medical emergency where the body lacks sufficient cortisol. It is triggered by pituitary dysfunction or sudden steroid withdrawal, and requires immediate intravenous hydrocortisone and fluid replacement.
Summary (2026-05-12) Provides relative to the administration of medications. (8/1/26) [Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate.]