Mandatory Allergen Labeling for Human Drugs
This new act requires labels on human-use drugs to clearly state if they contain major food allergens or ingredients derived from gluten-containing grains. This will allow individuals with allergies or gluten intolerance to make safer medication choices, avoiding adverse reactions. These changes are set to take effect no later than two years after the act's enactment.
Key points
Human-use drugs must label major food allergens present in their ingredients.
Drug labels must indicate if they contain ingredients derived from gluten-containing grains (e.g., wheat, barley, rye).
The act aims to enhance consumer safety by providing better information about drug composition.
The provisions will become effective no later than two years from the act's enactment date.
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