Bill making ivermectin an over-the-counter drug signed by Gov. Greg Abbott - texastribune.org
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill making ivermectin available over-the-counter, removing the prescription requirement for this drug.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Pharmacy & Controlled Substances space on August 31, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Independent pharmacies, retail chains, compounding pharmacies, and long-term-care pharmacies in Texas. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Not specified in the provided text.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Pharmacy & Controlled Substances continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Ivermectin is now an over-the-counter drug, meaning it can be sold without a prescription.
Who it affects
Independent pharmacies, retail chains, compounding pharmacies, and long-term-care pharmacies in Texas.
What you must do
Review current dispensing procedures and update them to allow for OTC sales of ivermectin, ensuring compliance with any new labeling or packaging requirements.
Deadline
Not specified in the provided text.
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