Maryland § 21-221
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 21-221, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-221.
(a) A drug that is dispensed under a prescription shall bear a label that states:
(1) The name and address of the dispenser;
(2) The serial number of the prescription;
(3) The date of the prescription or the date that the prescription was filled;
(4) The name of the prescriber; and
(5) If stated in the prescription:
(i) The name of the patient;
(ii) Any directions for use; and
(iii) Any cautionary statements.
(b) If a drug dispensed under a prescription meets the label requirements of this section, it is exempt from the provisions of:
(1) Section 21-217(b)(3) through (7) of this subtitle; and
(2) Section 21-218(b)(1) through (4), (7), (8), (13), and (14) of this subtitle.
(c) The exemptions under this section do not apply to any drug that is dispensed in the course of the conduct of a business of dispensing drugs on the basis of diagnosis made through the mail.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 21-221
What does Maryland Code § 21-221 cover?
Section 21-221 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 21-221?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 21-221" (Maryland). 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 Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 21-221 apply to my situation?
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