An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for schedules of controlled substances and for secure storage of xylazine; and adding provisions relating to medetomidine.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Controlled Substance Act to include medetomidine in Schedule III. It defines criteria for Schedule III substances and outlines specific exceptions for medetomidine’s use in veterinary medicine, animal drug manufacturing, and pharmaceutical compounding. The bill also requires veterinarians to comply with secure storage regulations for medetomidine and xylazine, mirroring existing pharmacy storage requirements.
Key provisions
- Medetomidine is added to Schedule III of the Controlled Substance Act.
- The bill defines criteria for substances to be included in Schedule III.
- Exceptions are created for medetomidine use in veterinary medicine, animal drug manufacturing, and pharmaceutical compounding.
- Veterinarians must comply with secure storage regulations for medetomidine and xylazine.
- The act clarifies the use of medetomidine in non-human species for approved drugs.
- The act allows for the manufacturing and distribution of medetomidine as an active pharmaceutical ingredient for approved animal drugs.
Who is affected
- Veterinarians
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Pharmacists
- Healthcare providers
- Animal owners
Notable changes
- Medetomidine is now classified as a Schedule III controlled substance.
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
G. Roni Green
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