New Mexico § 26-1-15 - Dangerous drugs; veterinary use; limitations
Full text of New Mexico New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 26-1-15 — Dangerous drugs; veterinary use; limitations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26-1-15. Dangerous drugs; veterinary use; limitations
A. A dangerous drug intended for veterinary use which is not safe for animal use except
under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian and for which adequate directions
for use cannot be prepared, shall bear the legend “CAUTION: federal law restricts
this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian” and the label shall
meet the requirements of the federal act. Such drugs may be sold or distributed by a person possessing a limited license issued
by the board under Subsection B of Section 61-11-14 NMSA 1978 , on the order of a licensed veterinarian, provided adequate records of receipt and
distribution are kept as required in the New Mexico Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act. B. Drugs which are exempted by the federal act for veterinary use without a prescription
shall be labeled to indicate that the drug is for veterinary use and the label shall
meet the requirements of the federal act.
Source: official New Mexico text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New Mexico § 26-1-15
What does New Mexico Statutes Annotated § 26-1-15 cover?
Section 26-1-15 ("Dangerous drugs; veterinary use; limitations") is part of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated, the codified statutory law of New Mexico. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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