West Virginia MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

The Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act applies to which compound?

1. Ephedrine

2. Phenylpropanolamine

3. Pseudoephedrine

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: Ephedrine

The correct choice includes compounds that are regulated under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act, which was enacted to combat the illegal production of methamphetamine. Among the options listed, ephedrine, phenylpropanolamine, and pseudoephedrine are all chemical compounds that can be used in the synthesis of methamphetamine and are therefore controlled substances under the Act. While the response indicates that only ephedrine applies, it is crucial to recognize that the Act specifically addresses all of these compounds. The legislation places restrictions on their sale, requiring identification and limiting the quantity that can be purchased to prevent misuse. Therefore, the correct answer encompasses all three compounds, as they all fall under the purview of the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act.