Oregon passes bill that requires prescriptions for cold medicine
SALEM, Ore. -- The state House of Representatives overwhelmingly approved a bill that would make Oregon the first state to require a prescription for certain cold medicines, the latest attempt to curb methamphetamine production.
Pseudoephedrine, an ingredient in popular over-the counter medicines such as Sudafed and Sinutab, is used to make meth, an illegal and powerfully addictive drug.
The bill was sent to the Senate on a 55-4 vote. Advocates said they expect the measure to pass in the Senate, and it has the support of Gov. Ted Kulongoski.
Source[/color]
Stumble It!
Tweet This
Bookmark on Delicious
Share on Facebook
Share on MySpace