Can Robitussin AC be bought without a prescription?
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- 20 Aug 2011 by primetimegrape
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- robitussin, robitussin-ac, codeine, pharmacy, medicine, prescription
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I have read this on several websites and it states it also in Wikipedia. I am confused because this medicine has codeine in it, yet it says u can buy 4 ounces at the pharmacy if u are over 18? It reads like this:Robitussin DAC (more commonly known as its generic form, Cheratussin DAC) is an exempt narcotic cold medicine, which is available in the United States in a solution. A version without pseudoephedrine is called Robitussin AC. Cherastussin DAC and AC are manufactured by Qualitest. Under U.S. federal law, up to four ounces can be purchased within a 48 hour period without prescription, provided the purchaser is at least 18 years of age, sign a log book, and provide identification if not known to the ..
Is this true??? Just wondering
24 Aug 2011
I seriously doubt that statement is true. Since Codeine is considered a "narcotic" and a controlled substance it is regulated by the FDA and it can not be purchased in this country without a valid prescription from a doctor. Now, in Canada Codeine is not a controlled substance and can be bought over the counter, they also have several different variations of tylenol that can be purchased with or without Codeine in it. If you are really curious about whether or not that statement is true you can call any pharmacy and ask. You can also go to the FDA's website and search for that federal law that you mentioned, although I don't think that you will get the answer that you seem to be looking for. My children have been on that medication and it has ALWAYS required a prescription regardless of how much of the medication needed. Hope this helped and good luck in your search.
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