N.M. Stat. § 26-1-15
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§ 26-1-15. Dangerous drugs; veterinary use; limitations
Official statutory text
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.
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.
Status: in_force
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