Difference between revisions of "Controlled Substances Act"
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| − | + | In the US, the Controlled Substances Act regulates pharmaceuticals. It divides drugs into classes called schedules and established the [[FDA]]. | |
| + | ==Schedule I== | ||
| + | Extremely High Potential for abuse. Unlawful, except for authorized research purposes. | ||
| + | ==Schedule II== | ||
| + | High potential for abuse. Requires a counterfeit proof prescription. | ||
Revision as of 04:31, March 15, 2007
In the US, the Controlled Substances Act regulates pharmaceuticals. It divides drugs into classes called schedules and established the FDA.
Schedule I
Extremely High Potential for abuse. Unlawful, except for authorized research purposes.
Schedule II
High potential for abuse. Requires a counterfeit proof prescription.