Texas Moves Toward Making Ivermectin Available Over the Counter with House Bill 25 (HB 25)

Big news for natural health advocates: 

Texas lawmakers are one step closer to making ivermectin available without a prescription. If passed, this change could mean easier, more affordable access to a medicine with a long history of use worldwide.

What Just Happened with House Bill 25 in Texas?

On August 27, 2025, the Texas House of Representatives passed House Bill 25 (HB 25). This bill would allow pharmacies to sell human-use ivermectin over the counter—no doctor’s prescription required. This step follows Governor Greg Abbott’s decision to include ivermectin access on the agenda for the current special legislative session. That move opened the door for lawmakers to act quickly on the proposal.

Why This Matters for Natural Health Seekers

For those pursuing a more holistic lifestyle, ivermectin appeals because it has:

• Decades of safe use worldwide for approved human conditions.

• A predictable side effect profile when taken as directed.

• The potential to reduce reliance on more aggressive drugs that may come with stronger adverse effects.

In short, this change could provide Texans with more freedom of choice when it comes to managing their own health.

Timeline: How We Got Here

• 2022–2024: Some states begin allowing pharmacists to dispense ivermectin without a prescription.

• June–July 2025: More states join in, creating momentum for national discussion.

• August 26, 2025: Gov. Abbott places ivermectin access on the Texas special session agenda.

• August 27, 2025: The Texas House passes HB 25, moving the proposal forward to the Senate.

What Happens Next in Texas?

The process isn’t finished yet. Here’s what still needs to happen before you could find ivermectin on Texas pharmacy shelves:

1. Senate Review & Vote – The Texas Senate must approve HB 25.

2. Reconciliation – If the Senate makes changes, the House and Senate will need to agree on a final version.

3. Governor’s Signature – Once Gov. Abbott signs the bill, it becomes law.

4. Implementation – Pharmacies and regulatory boards will establish how ivermectin will be stocked, labeled, and dispensed.

Depending on how quickly lawmakers act, Texans could see over-the-counter ivermectin access later this year or early next year.

The Bigger Picture

If Texas finalizes this law, it will join a small but growing group of states that allow residents to purchase ivermectin without a prescription. For holistic-minded individuals, this represents greater empowerment to make informed choices about their own wellness journey.

States That Already Allow OTC Ivermectin

As of mid-2025, four states have enacted laws permitting human-use ivermectin to be distributed OTC:

1. Tennessee – The first state to pass such legislation in 2022 under SB 2188 / HB 2746, allowing human-use ivermectin OTC with no prescription or consultation required. Pharmacy TimesSciPubHealthLaw

2. Arkansas – Passed SB 189 (Act 369) on March 25, 2025, permitting OTC sales of ivermectin for human use. Pharmacy TimesThe Heartland InstituteSciPubHealthLaw

3. Idaho – Passed SB 1211 in April 2025; the law lets ivermectin be sold OTC without prescription or healthcare consultation—signed by the governor with immediate effect. Pharmacy TimesIdaho Capital Sun+1SciPubHealthLaw

4. Louisiana – Act 464 (SB 19), effective as of June 20, 2025, allows pharmacists to dispense ivermectin to adults OTC under a standing order and includes screening and information requirements.

   
   

Final Thoughts

The Natural Health Network will continue to follow this issue closely and provide updates as it moves through the Senate and toward the Governor’s desk.

This blog is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for your individual needs.