4731-16-14. Caffeine, nicotine, and over-the-counter drugs  


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  • The provisions of this chapter of the Administrative Code that prohibit use of drugs or substances do not apply to use of caffeinated foods or beverages, to tobacco products containing nicotine, or to the occasional therapeutic use of drugs available over the counter which lack the ability to alter mood or level of consciousness.


Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 11/17/2017 and 11/17/2022
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4730.07, 4730.25, 4731.05
Rule Amplifies: 4731.22
Prior Effective Dates: 12/01/1991, 09/01/1999

Prior History: (R.C. 119.032 review dates: 03/23/2007 and 03/23/2012
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4730.07, 4730.25, 4731.05
Rule Amplifies: 4731.22
Prior Effective Dates: 12/1/91, 9/1/99 )