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Read. Follow. Verify.Missouri House Bill 1684 allows over-the-counter purchase of ivermectin tablets without a prescription
Last action · May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Sponsor: Burt Whaley
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What This Bill Would Do
Missouri residents may purchase ivermectin tablets over the counter without a prescription or consultation under House Bill 1684. The measure amends Chapter 195, , by adding a new section that waives prescription and professional consultation requirements for the drug.
Removes the requirement for medical practitioner authorization to acquire ivermectin tablets in the state, altering how consumers access the medication.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
public
Residents can acquire ivermectin tablets over the counter without needing a prescription or professional consultation.
pharmacists and health care professionals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a prescription to buy ivermectin tablets under this bill?
Do I need to consult a pharmacist before purchasing ivermectin tablets?
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
4 actions- May 15, 2026HouseCommitteeReferred: Emerging Issues(H)
- Jan 8, 2026HouseFloorRead Second Time (H)
- Jan 7, 2026HouseIntroducedRead First Time (H)
- Dec 1, 2025HouseIntroducedPrefiled (H)
Version history
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Removal of Prescription Requirement for Ivermectin
The bill creates a specific statutory exemption allowing the acquisition of ivermectin tablets without medical or pharmaceutical consultation.
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Sources
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Analysis Score
0–100- Significance60How much this matters to a regular citizen
- Controversy75Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment10Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
- Buzz50Current news / social attention level
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