control substance act definition
Controlled Substances Act, a U.S. law enacted in 1970 that regulates the prescribing and dispensing of psychoactive drugs, including stimulants, depressants, and hallucinogens.The act lists five categories of restricted drugs, organized by their medical acceptance, abuse potential, and ability to produce dependence.ontrolled Substances Act, a U.S. law enacted in 1970 that regulates the prescribing and dispensing of psychoactive drugs, including stimulants, depressants, and hallucinogens.