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Controlled Substances Act (CSA)

A federal law that regulates the manufacture, importation, possession, use, and distribution of certain drugs and substances. It categorizes substances into 'schedules' based on their medical use, potential for abuse, and safety.

Schedule III substance

A category of drugs under the Controlled Substances Act that have a moderate to low potential for physical and psychological dependence. While they have a potential for abuse, they also have accepted medical uses and require a prescription.

Tianeptine

A chemical substance that has been used as a pharmaceutical drug for depression and anxiety in some countries, but is largely unregulated in the U.S. where it's sometimes sold as a supplement. It is known to have antidepressant and opioid-like effects.

Analogues

Chemical compounds that are structurally similar to another compound but may differ slightly. In this context, it refers to variations of tianeptine that would also be controlled.

Salts and Isomers

Different chemical forms of a substance. A 'salt' is formed when an acid and a base react, often used to make a drug more stable or absorbable. An 'isomer' is a compound with the same chemical formula but a different arrangement of atoms, which can affect its properties.

Enactment

The process by which a bill becomes law, typically after passing both chambers of Congress and being signed by the President.