Illinois § 2.4
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2.4, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.4.
(a) "Drug" means (1) articles recognized in the official United States Pharmacopoeia - National Formulary, official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States, United States Dispensatory, or Remington's Practice of Pharmacy, or any supplement to any of them; and (2) articles intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease in man or other animals; and (3) articles (other than food) intended to affect the structure or any function of the body of man or other animals; and (4) articles intended for use as a component of any article specified in clause (1), (2) or (3); but does not include devices or their components, parts or accessories. (b) "Synthetic drug product" means any product that contains a substance defined as a controlled substance under subsections (d) and (e) of Section 204 of the Illinois Controlled Substances Act. Products approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for human consumption are not synthetic drug products. (Source: P.A. 97-872, eff. 7-31-12.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 2.4
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2.4 cover?
Section 2.4 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 2.4?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 2.4" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 2.4 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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