Pseudoephedrine Tide Turns: Nonprescription Sales Return In Mississippi, Oregon Mulls Change
Executive Summary
Mississippi repeals prescription requirement for all pseudoephedrine- and ephedrine-containing drugs while also requiring retailer participation in industry-funded technology for tracking drug sales. Oregon, the only other state with PSE Rx law, is considering repealing it.
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