Business and Professions Code section 4042

“Veterinary food-animal drugs” as used in this chapter shall include the following:

(a)

Any drug to be used in food-producing animals bearing the legend, “Caution, federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian” or words of similar import.

(b)

Any other drug as defined in Section 14206 of the Food and Agricultural Code that is used in a manner that would require a veterinary prescription.

Source: Section 4042, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=BPC§ionNum=4042. (accessed May 26, 2025).

Last Updated

May 12, 2025

§ 4042’s source at ca.gov

Stay Connected

Join thousands of people who receive monthly site updates.

Get Legal Help

The State Bar of California runs a service for finding an attorney in good standing. Initial consultations are usually free or discounted: Certified Lawyer Referral Services Directory

Committed to Public Service

We will always provide free access to the current law. In addition, we provide special support for non-profit, educational, and government users. Through social entrepreneurship, we’re lowering the cost of legal services and increasing citizen access.

Navigate

California:	Codes
Colorado:	C.R.S.
Nevada:	NRS
New York:	Laws
Oregon:	OAR, ORS
Texas:	Statutes
World:	Rome Statute, International Dictionary

Location: https://california.public.law/codes/business_and_professions_code_section_4042

Original Source: Section 4042, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=BPC§ionNum=4042. (last accessed May 12, 2025).