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Arkansas Legalizes Over-the-Counter Ivermectin Sales

3/26/2025

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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has taken a bold step by signing Senate Bill 189, paving the way for over-the-counter sales of ivermectin for human use without a prescription. Set to take effect 90 days after the legislature adjourns, this law reflects a significant shift in the state's stance on the controversial drug, which drew scrutiny during the COVID-19 pandemic amid FDA warnings.

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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has taken a bold step by signing Senate Bill 189, paving the way for over-the-counter sales of ivermectin for human use without a prescription. Set to take effect 90 days after the legislature adjourns, this law reflects a significant shift in the state's stance on the controversial drug, which drew scrutiny during the COVID-19 pandemic amid FDA warnings.