Monday, October 26, 2009

Prescriptions for OTC Decongestants?

As the meth problem continues, some communities are responding by requiring prescriptions for all medicines containing pseudophedrine. Oregon has a state-wide law and now a town in Missouri has passed a law locally requiring a prescription.

"The new law's critics include the Missouri Medical Association, Missouri Retailers Association and the Missouri Pharmacy Association. Many in the pharmacy industry say such laws will make it more difficult and expensive for those who are sick to get relief."