Federal Agencies

In addition to Nevada statutes and rules, federal laws regulate the practice of pharmacy with respect to controlled substances.

These laws can be found in Title 21 - Food and Drugs, Part 1300 to END of the Code of Federal Regulations. Part 1300 to END, includes Chapter II - Drug Enforcement Administration, Department of Justice and Chapter III - Office of National Drug Control Policy.

The Pharmacist's Manual published by the DEA (April 2004) is a condensed version of the laws found in Title 21. For the PDF version of the Pharmacist's Manual please click here. For HIPAA Information, please click here.

Drug Enforcement Administration

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Controlled Substances Act
Title 21 - Food and Drugs, Part 1300 to END

Food and Drug Administration

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Laws Enforced by the FDA
Food Drug and Cosmetic Act
Search FDA Rules under the FD & C Act: 21 CFR Parts 1-1499
Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994
Counterfeit Drugs Web Site

Medicare Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage for Medicare Recipients)

Learn more about new Medicaid Prescription Drug coverage
Prescription Drug Coverage Overview

State and National Associations and Information

Accutane Program Information
National Association of Boards of Pharmacy
Nevada Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Pharmaceutical Technician Certification Board
United States Pharmacopeia
VIPPS (Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites)
VAWD (Verified-Accredited Wholesale Distributors)