Are pharmacies required to participate in electronic Sudafed tracking?

Pharmacies are indeed required to participate in electronic tracking for the sale of products containing pseudoephedrine, such as Sudafed, according to federal and state regulations aimed at combatting the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine. However, there is a provision that allows pharmacies to maintain a written log in case the electronic tracking system is temporarily inoperative. This means that while the electronic system is the primary method for monitoring sales, pharmacies still have a backup option to ensure compliance with the regulations even if technical issues prevent the use of the electronic system. This flexibility helps ensure that pharmacies can continue to comply with regulations and maintain accurate records for law enforcement purposes while protecting their operations against mechanical failures.

In summary, the requirement for electronic tracking is mandated, but the allowance for a manual log when the system is down serves as a practical solution to ensure uninterrupted compliance with the law.