Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) (2005)

What does the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) (2005) do?

Regulates the sale of over-the-counter products containing pseudoephedrine (PSE) and ephedrine, which can be used to illegally manufacture methamphetamine (“meth”)

• These products must be stored behind the counter or in a locked cabinet

What does the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) (2005) require of customers?

To present a valid, government-issued photo ID to purchase PSE-containing products

What is the daily limit of customer purchase limit for OTC products?

3.6 grams/day per customer

What is the customer purchase limit for OTC products when purchasing in-store?

No more than 9 grams per 30 days

What is the customer purchase limit for OTC products when purchasing mail order or mobile retail vendor?

No more than 7.5 grams per 30 days

How must pharmacy keep record of a customer’s purchase of PSE and ephedrine products?

Written or electronic record of all OTC sales of PSE and ephedrine products

• Must be in the record and maintained for 2 years

What customer/patient information must be in the record and maintained when buying at pharmacies?

• Product name & quantity sold

• Name, address, and signature of the purchaser

• Date and date of sale

What is required as a part of the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) (2005)?

Annual certification is required for all sellers of PSE and ephedrine products

What is the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA) (2005) annual certificate for?

To confirm that the seller has trained all of their employees and is compliant with these regulations