We seem to be on a path to allow the compounding and prescription of these unapproved drugs in the future but it still wont be legal unless the FD&C Act language is revised to allow interstate commerce for unapproved drugs
Abstract Schistosomiasis (bilharzia) is a neglected tropical disease caused by parasitic flatworms (blood flukes) of the genus Schistosoma , with considerable morbidity in parts of the Middle East, South America, Southeast Asia and, particularly, in sub-Saharan Africa
As a cosmetic ingredient (Copper Tripeptide-1), it is legal, unregulated, and widely available in over-the-counter skincare products
doi: 10.1093/brain/awh175
Because KPV possesses both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, researchers have become increasingly interested in its potential dermatological applications