Health: pharmaceuticals; ivermectin; allow over-the-counter access. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 17771 & 17771a.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow pharmacists in Michigan to sell ivermectin over-the-counter without a prescription. Pharmacists can determine how to make ivermectin available to customers. The bill requires that ivermectin be manufactured according to established standards and clearly labeled with important safety and dosage information.
Key provisions
- Pharmacists can dispense ivermectin without a prescription.
- Ivermectin can be sold over-the-counter in oral, tablet, or topical forms.
- The drug must be manufactured under good manufacturing practices.
- Packaging must include clear dosage instructions, contraindications, and safety information.
Who is affected
- Pharmacists
- Pharmacies
- Consumers purchasing ivermectin
Notable changes
- Allows ivermectin to be sold without a prescription, changing current requirements.
- Establishes specific labeling requirements for over-the-counter ivermectin products.
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