Federal Requirements for Restricted Drugs

Federal Requirements for Restricted Drugs is organized by Power-Pak C.E. - Continuing Education for Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians.

Published: June 11, 2025
Expires: May 20, 2028

Goal:
This activity will discuss the federal laws established to promote the safe use of restricted medications, including the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 and the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008. It will also describe the Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS) federal program.

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, the participant should be able to:

• List the requirements stipulated by the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005
• Specify the daily and monthly sales limits on products containing ephedrine and pseudoephedrine
• Indicate the provisions of the Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act of 2008
• Discuss the components of a REMS program and the requirements for registered prescribers, pharmacies, and patients