6 Controlled-Substance Compliance Practice Free Online FlashCards

What four checks guide a controlled-substance decision?

Check the substance and schedule, the prescription or transaction, the record, and the applicable state rule.

Why verify a drug’s current federal schedule?

Confirm the drug’s current federal schedule; classification can depend on the substance and formulation, and schedules are updated.

Can a Schedule II prescription be refilled?

Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled. A new, valid prescription is required; an old prescription or verbal request does not authorize another fill.

What is a pharmacist’s corresponding responsibility?

A pharmacist must determine that the prescription is valid and issued for a legitimate medical purpose in the usual course of professional practice.

When may an unfilled electronic Schedule II–V prescription be transferred for its initial fill?

Federal rules allow a one-time transfer at the patient’s request between DEA-registered retail pharmacies, if state and other applicable law permit it.

What is the general federal limit for transferring Schedule III–V refill information?

Federal rules generally permit Schedule III–V prescription information to be transferred once for refill dispensing; required information and documentation still apply.

When may Schedule II–V stock be stored among noncontrolled medicines?

Schedule II–V stock may be dispersed through noncontrolled stock only if the arrangement obstructs theft or diversion.

How often must controlled-substance inventories generally be taken?

Federal rules generally require an initial inventory and a new inventory at least every two years.

What are the general federal retention and filing principles for controlled-substance records?

Required records generally must be retained at least two years. Schedule II pharmacy records have separate filing requirements; Schedule III–V records must be separate or readily retrievable as specified. State rules may require more.

What federal refill limits apply to Schedule III and IV prescriptions?

Federal rules allow no more than five refills and prohibit dispensing more than six months after the issue date. State law may be stricter.

Why should Schedule III/IV refill limits not be assumed for Schedule V?

Do not automatically apply the Schedule III/IV limit to Schedule V; its refill rules differ. Check the prescription and applicable law.

How must an initial-fill electronic prescription transfer be handled?

The prescription must remain electronic and unaltered, and pharmacists must communicate the transfer directly. It must not be converted to fax or paper for the transfer.