The bill amends the Public Health Code of Michigan by adding two new sections, 17771 and 17771a, which pertain to the availability of ivermectin. Under these new provisions, pharmacists are authorized to make ivermectin available without a prescription, using their discretion on how to do so. Additionally, it allows pharmacists or pharmacies engaged in retail drug sales to offer ivermectin for over-the-counter sale in oral, tablet, or topical forms.

To ensure safety and compliance, the bill stipulates that the ivermectin must be manufactured in accordance with good manufacturing practices. Furthermore, the packaging of the drug must include clear labeling that provides dosage instructions, contraindications, and safety information. These measures aim to facilitate access to ivermectin while maintaining necessary safety standards for consumers.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.1101, 333.25211