RA 6425 (The Dangerous Drugs Act of 1972) Section 18

Unlawful Prescription of Regulated Drugs.

Section 18

SEC. 18. Unlawful Prescription of Regulated Drugs. — The penalty of imprisonment ranging from four years and one day to eight years and a fine ranging from four thousand to eight thousand pesos shall be imposed upon any person who, unless authorized by law, shall make or issue a prescription for any regulated drug.

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