Tag: Pharmacy law

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Do Pharmacies Sell HGH? The Critical Legal and Health Risks You Need to Know

Oct 6, 2025 •

5 min read

In the United States, human growth hormone (HGH) is a controlled substance, making it illegal to purchase or possess without a valid doctor's prescription for an FDA-approved medical condition. So, do pharmacies sell HGH? The answer is only with a legal prescription, and legitimate pharmacies will not sell it over-the-counter.

Decoding the Label: What Does the P of POM Stand For?

Oct 5, 2025 •

4 min read

In the UK, medicines are placed into three main legal categories that control their supply [1.6.3]. One of the most important is 'POM'. So, what does the p of pom stand for? It signifies **Prescription**, a critical designation for patient safety [1.2.4].