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Tramadol Becomes Schedule IV on August 18, 2014 |
On July 2, 2014, the DEA published in the Federal Register the final rule placing Tramadol into Schedule IV of the Controlled Substances Act. This rule will become effective on August 18, 2014. All regulatory requirements applicable to Schedule IV controlled substances will apply to Tramadol beginning August 18, 2014. The final rule is available online at www.regulations.gov. All manufacturers will be required to print the designation “C-IV” on every bottle and it is unlawful for commercial containers of Tramadol to be distributed without that designation. In addition, all DEA registrants will be required to take an inventory of all Tramadol stock in compliance with 21 C.F.R. § 1304.11(d). Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will make all Tramadol-containing products Schedule IV CS on August 18, 2014. Pharmacist should be aware:
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