My understanding is that some 200 patients have used the law since its enactment in 1994, that is, around 20 people a year. I do not know how many physicians will prescribe the lethal dosage of drugs. Only a person of sound mind with less than six months to live, as determined by two physicians, can request the drugs. A coma patient is not eligible. Family members may not request the life-ending prescription. In addition, the physician may prescribe, but can not administer the drugs under the law.
Thank you.