Act Quote by Virginia Postrel
“Internet pharmacies return to consumers the choice promised by supporters of the 1938 Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. That law established federal requirements for drug safety and labeling but exempted prescription medicines from the labeling rules.”
About This Quote
Source Law: 1938 Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, United States, 1938
The act gave consumers more choice in drug purchases while keeping safety standards, yet left prescription labeling unchecked.
In simple terms: The law increased choice but left prescription labeling lax.
Advocate for clearer prescription labeling.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- online pharmacy shopping
- prescription filling
- healthcare compliance
- patient education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling affect patient safety?
- Should prescriptions be subject to the same rules as OTC drugs?
The act’s exemptions can lead to misinformation about prescription drugs.