Bill > SB1275

This bill would modify existing Missouri law to allow ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine tablets to be purchased over-the-counter without requiring a prescription or consultation with a healthcare professional. Ivermectin is an anti-parasitic medication traditionally used to treat conditions like river blindness and scabies, while hydroxychloroquine is an anti-malarial drug also used to treat certain autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. During the COVID-19 pandemic, both drugs gained controversial attention as potential treatments for the virus, despite limited scientific evidence of their effectiveness. The proposed legislation would override any existing regulations that currently restrict the direct sale of these medications, essentially making them as accessible as common over-the-counter medications like pain relievers or allergy treatments, without the need for professional medical guidance or oversight.

Health and Social Services

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=341