D398 INTRO TO PHARMACOLOGY - COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE 2026 Western Governors University

D398 INTRO TO PHARMACOLOGY - COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE 2026 Western Governors University

D398 INTRO TO PHARMACOLOGY COMPREHENSIVE STUDY GUIDE Western Governors University

SECTION 1: MEDICATION SAFETY AND DRUG REGULATIONS Key Legislation 1906 Pure Food and Drug Act • •

Established drug standards for strength, purity, and quality Mandated labeling of dangerous ingredients

1938 Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act • • •

Established the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) Required drug approval before release Mandated warning labels

1970 Controlled Substances Act • • •

Established the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) Created five schedules for controlled substances Required prescriber registration with the DEA

Controlled Substance Schedules Schedule I •

Highest abuse potential