Louisiana's Historic Move: Mifepristone and Misoprostol Now Controlled Substances Amidst Abortion Access Debate
Aug 18 2024 / HealthLouisiana has set a precedent by classifying the abortion pills mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled substances. Signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry, these drugs are now Schedule 4, criminalizing possession without a prescription. Penalties include up to five years in prison and fines, though pregnant women are exempt. This move has sparked a significant debate on reproductive rights and access to medication abortion.
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