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jan 3, 1951 - Durham-Humphrey Amendments to the FDCA (prescription drugs)

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This amendment established the distinction between so-called legend (prescription) drugs and over the counter (nonprescription) drugs. The amendment also authorized the taking of prescriptions verbally, rather than in writing, and the refilling of prescriptions

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jan 3, 1951
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~ 75 years ago