225 ILCS 85/24

Nothing in this Section shall be construed to prohibit the distribution of a prescription drug: (a) at a discount in accordance with the laws of the United States or the State of Illinois; (b) to a person for use in an investigation conducted under Federal Food and Drug Administration regulations; (c) to a patient by a pharmacist in response to a request written and signed by a medical practitioner which designates the quantity to be distributed; (d) to a licensed medical practitioner in response to a request signed by the practitioner which designates the quantity to be distributed; (e) to an agency of the federal government or to a state government or political subdivision for regulatory or enforcement purposes; (f) in an emergency as determined by the laws of the United States or the State of Illinois; or (g) to a bona fide charity authorized to possess and dispense prescription drugs.