Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act, which is true about pseudoephedrine sales?

Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act, which is true about pseudoephedrine sales?

• A. Pseudoephedrine behind the counter with ID and daily limit 3.6 g and monthly limit 9 g
• B. Pseudoephedrine banned entirely
• C. No ID or limits required
• D. Sold only with prescription

Answer: (A)

The key idea is to regulate pseudoephedrine to curb meth production. Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act, pseudoephedrine-containing products are kept behind the counter (or in a locked area), and purchasers must show a government-issued photo ID. The seller must keep a record of the purchase. There are strict limits: no more than 3.6 grams can be purchased in a single day, and no more than 9 grams can be purchased in a 30-day period. These measures balance access to legitimate cold medicines with the need to reduce illegal meth production. The other options miss the mark because pseudoephedrine is not banned outright, does require ID and limits, and does not require a prescription.

The key idea is to regulate pseudoephedrine to curb meth production. Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act, pseudoephedrine-containing products are kept behind the counter (or in a locked area), and purchasers must show a government-issued photo ID. The seller must keep a record of the purchase. There are strict limits: no more than 3.6 grams can be purchased in a single day, and no more than 9 grams can be purchased in a 30-day period. These measures balance access to legitimate cold medicines with the need to reduce illegal meth production. The other options miss the mark because pseudoephedrine is not banned outright, does require ID and limits, and does not require a prescription.