Classification of Drugs
- The drugs listed are classified under different categories mainly identified with letters such as A, B, Pm, H, S, T, and N.
- Class A primarily includes amphetamines.
- Class B mainly consists of barbiturates like phenobarbital and its derivatives.
- Pm denotes phenmetrazine compounds.
- H designates meprobamate and related sedative-hypnotics.
- S signifies methylphenidate-related stimulants.
- T indicates the combination or certain types of meprobamate.
- N represents narcotic-related substances such as fentanyl.
Comprehensive Listing
- The list comprehensively includes brand names, chemical names, and various formulations of drugs containing substances such as:
- Amphetamines and derivatives (e.g., Dexamphetamine, Methamphetamine, Benzedrine).
- Barbiturates and their salts (e.g., Phenobarbital, Pentobarbital, Butabarbital).
- Sedatives and hypnotics like meprobamate and methaqualone.
- Narcotic substances such as codeine combinations and fentanyl citrate.
Regulatory Impact
- These substances are regulated to prevent illegal manufacture, distribution, and misuse.
- The regulation serves as official notice to the public and industries handling these substances.
Legal Enforcement
- Possession, sale, manufacture, or distribution of the listed drugs without appropriate government authorization is subject to criminal penalties under the governing narcotic law.
Effective Date
- The regulation took effect immediately upon adoption on December 11, 1972.
Governing Authority
- Issued and adopted under the authority of the Dangerous Drugs Board, with the regulation signed by Chairman Clemete S. Gatmaitan, M.D., M.P.H.