What is the maximum number of 30mg pseudoephedrine tablets a person can buy in one day?

To determine the maximum number of 30mg pseudoephedrine tablets a person can purchase in one day, it is essential to refer to federal regulations governing the sale of products containing pseudoephedrine, primarily due to its potential use in the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine.

Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005, and reinforced by state regulations including those in New Jersey, there are strict limits on the purchase of pseudoephedrine-containing products. A person can purchase up to 3.6 grams of pseudoephedrine per day. Given that each tablet is 30mg, the conversion from milligrams to grams is necessary for calculation.

Calculating the maximum number of tablets involves the following steps:

1. Convert grams to milligrams: 3.6 grams is equivalent to 3600mg.
2. Divide this total by the milligram dosage of a single tablet: 3600mg / 30mg = 120 tablets.

Thus, a person can legally buy a maximum of 120 tablets of 30mg pseudoephedrine in one day. This regulation is in place to limit access to pseudoephedrine and curb its misuse while still allowing consumers to obtain necessary medications for relief from congestion