Pharmacy Laws

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Harrison Tax Act of 1914

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manufacturers, pharmacists, importers, and physicians prescribing narcotics should be licensed and required to pay tax

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Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act of 1938

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this law requires new drugs be shown to be safe before marketing

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Alberty Food Products v. U.S 1950

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The purpose of the drug must be included on the label

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Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951

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require a prescription by a licensed practitioner and must include a legend on the label saying "caution: it is illegal to dispense without a prescription"

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Kefauver - Harris Amendment of 1962

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manufactures must provide proof of both safety and effectiveness before marketing the drug.

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Fair Packaging and Labeling Act of 1966

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products that are being exchanged must be honestly labeled

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Poison Prevention Packaging Act of 1970

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Requires all prescriptions to have child-proof packaging unless the patient requests a non-child-proof container

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Controlled Substance Act of 1970

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The five levels of drugs that have potential for abuse and therefore restricts their distribution

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Medical Device Amendment of 1976

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Requires pre-market approval for safety and effectiveness of life-sustaining and life-supporting medical devices

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Orphan Drug Act of 1983

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Provides incentives to promote research, approval, and marketing of drugs needed for the treatment of rare diseases

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Hatch - Waxman of 1984

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Extension of drug patent terms and quicker introduction of lower cost generic drugs

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Prescription Drug Marketing Act of 1987

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Restricts distribution of prescription drugs to legitimate commercial channels and requires drug wholesalers to be licensed

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Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990

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Pharmacist can offer counseling to Medicaid patients

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Anabolic Steroid Act of 1990

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To address the abuse of steriods by athletes, and especially youngsters and teenagers

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Food and Drug Act of 1906

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Prohibited the movement of adulterated or misbranded food, drinks and drugs. gov. pre-approval of drugs is required

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Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970

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Ensures a safe and healthful workplace for all employees Jon safety and health standards for employees

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Drug Listing act of 1972

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Each drug is assigned a specific 11 digit number to identify it. The number is the National drug code