Over-The-Counter Products

Question 1

Does the state allow pharmacists to furnish emergency contraception?

Answer 1

No

Question 2

What are the requirements and quantity limits for selling pseudoephedrine?

Answer 2

Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine are schedule V drugs in the state of Oregon and are available behind-the-counter without a prescription with the following quantity limits:
1) No more than 3.6 grams in a 24-hour period
2) No more than 9 grams in a 30-day period

Additional requirements for non-prescription pseudoephedrine:
1) Verify that the purchaser is 18 years of age or older

2) Verify the identity of the purchaser with valid government-issued photo ID

3) Confirm the purchase is allowed via the required electronic tracking system

4) Maintain an electronic log of the transaction for at least 3 years

5) Can only be provided by a pharmacist, intern, certified Oregon pharmacy technician, or pharmacy technician

Question 3

Does the state require the submission of pseudoephedrine sales to NPLEx (National Precursor Log Exchange)?

Answer 3

Yes

Question 4

What are the requirements for selling dextromethorphan?

Answer 4

The purchaser must be ≥ 18 years old or older

Question 5

Does the state require a prescription for syringes and needles?

Answer 5

No

Question 6

Does the state set a limit on the maximum number of syringes that can be purchased without a prescription?

Answer 6

No

Question 7

Does the state allow syringe exchange programs?

Answer 7

Yes