Houston Pharmacy Loses DEA License Over Risky Prescriptions
Published Date: 4/14/2025
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Summary
Eagle Pharmacy in Houston lost its DEA license because it filled risky prescriptions without fixing warning signs, breaking federal and Texas laws. They missed the deadline to ask for a hearing, so the decision to revoke their registration stands. This means Eagle Pharmacy can no longer legally handle controlled substances, affecting their business and customers immediately.
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DEA Registration Revoked for Eagle Pharmacy
DEA revoked Eagle Pharmacy's Certificate of Registration No. FE4992257. This revocation is effective May 14, 2025, and means Eagle Pharmacy may not lawfully distribute or dispense controlled substances after that date.
Pending Registration Applications Denied in Texas
The DEA also denied any pending applications by Eagle Pharmacy to renew or modify its registration and denied any other pending application for additional registration in Texas. That denial is part of the same Order effective May 14, 2025.
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