Which of the following items is NOT required to be stored by the pharmacy according to state regulations?

The correct choice identifies herbal remedies as the item that is not required to be stored by the pharmacy according to state regulations. This is because herbal remedies are often categorized differently from pharmaceuticals and controlled substances. They are not classified as drugs that require the same level of regulation and storage protocols as prescription medications or substances that have a potential for addiction and abuse.

Hypodermic syringes, exempt narcotics, and poisons are regulated items that typically have specific storage and handling requirements to ensure public safety and prevent misuse or accidental ingestion. In many states, hypodermic syringes must be stored securely to prevent unauthorized access, exempt narcotics are regulated to prevent diversion, and poisons are required to be stored in a manner that safeguards them from public access and potential harm. In contrast, the regulation surrounding herbal remedies is less stringent, allowing them to be stored without the same level of oversight as the other items listed.