Yes, there are levels of controlled substances based on, among other things, their abuse potential. That's not what we're talking about here because paxlovid is

Yes, there are levels of controlled substances based on, among other things, their abuse potential. That's not what we're talking about here because paxlovid is not a controlled substance. If you're going to construct a new strawman argument, don't make up quotes that I never wrote. I also have a lot of thoughts about how controlled substance laws create problems and harm patients. But I'll stick to the main point of this thread: paxlovid drug interactions are easily checked and managed for the majority of patients, and should not be a reason for providers to reflexively deny prescription requests for it.