Bill > HB1494

This bill proposes to modify Pennsylvania's Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act to allow ivermectin (a medication originally developed to treat parasitic infections in humans and animals) to be sold over-the-counter without requiring a prescription or consultation with a healthcare professional. The bill defines "over-the-counter medication" as a drug that can be legally dispensed, sold, and purchased without a prescription under both federal and state law. By adding a new section (13.10) to the existing act, the legislation would enable residents of Pennsylvania to purchase ivermectin directly without needing to first consult a pharmacist, physician, or other healthcare practitioner. The bill would go into effect 60 days after its passage, potentially making ivermectin more readily accessible to consumers in the state. While the bill does not specify the specific uses or dosages of ivermectin, it broadly allows for its unrestricted sale, which could have implications for self-medication and public health practices.

Health and Social Services

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