Can a pharmacist legally sell syringes to an individual for use with rubber cement in sculpture?

The correct answer is that a pharmacist can legally sell syringes to an individual for use with rubber cement in sculpture. This is because, under Ohio law and federal regulations, the sale of syringes is not restricted solely to medical purposes. While syringes are often associated with medical use, they can be utilized for a variety of applications, including art and craft projects, as long as the purchaser is of legal age and there are no state or local laws specifically prohibiting this type of transaction.

The law does not mandate that syringes can only be sold for medical uses or require the purchaser to provide justification relating to health conditions. Moreover, the potential uses of syringes extend beyond healthcare, allowing individuals in artistic fields to employ them in crafting and sculpting. Therefore, it is permissible for a pharmacist to provide syringes for purposes unrelated to direct medical treatment when they are requested by individuals for lawful and non-harmful applications.

Regarding the requirement for syringes to be sterile, while this is often a standard for medical use, it is not a criterion for the legal sale of syringes in non-medical contexts. The focus here is on the legality of the sale itself rather than the condition of the syr