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What specific information must be included in an initial inventory of controlled substances?
What specific information must be included in an initial inventory of controlled substances?
- The estimated street value of each substance
- The finished form of each substance (correct)
- The marketing name of each substance
- The total weight of all substances combined
How frequently is a registrant required to take inventory of controlled substances?
How frequently is a registrant required to take inventory of controlled substances?
- Every five years with no exception
- At least every two years (correct)
- Every year regardless of previous inventory
- Only when a new drug is scheduled
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the inventory record keeping recommended by DEA?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the inventory record keeping recommended by DEA?
- Signature of the person responsible for the inventory
- Description of the chemical composition of each substance (correct)
- Address of the registrant
- Name of each controlled substance inventoried
If a newly scheduled controlled substance is possessed by a registrant, when must it be inventoried?
If a newly scheduled controlled substance is possessed by a registrant, when must it be inventoried?
What is one requirement that is not mandated by law but is recommended by the DEA for inventory records?
What is one requirement that is not mandated by law but is recommended by the DEA for inventory records?
Which type of inventory is required to be taken at least every two years?
Which type of inventory is required to be taken at least every two years?
What is the minimum retention period for inventory records of controlled substances at the registered location?
What is the minimum retention period for inventory records of controlled substances at the registered location?
In terms of inventory for schedule II controlled substances, how should the inventory records be maintained?
In terms of inventory for schedule II controlled substances, how should the inventory records be maintained?
What is required when taking the initial inventory upon receiving a DEA registration if no controlled substances are in stock?
What is required when taking the initial inventory upon receiving a DEA registration if no controlled substances are in stock?
For schedule III, IV, or V controlled substances, what counting method can be used when the open bottle contains no more than 1,000 tablets?
For schedule III, IV, or V controlled substances, what counting method can be used when the open bottle contains no more than 1,000 tablets?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for maintaining inventory records?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for maintaining inventory records?
What must be included in the inventory records as per the regulations?
What must be included in the inventory records as per the regulations?
When counting an open bottle of schedule III controlled substances that contains more than 1,000 tablets, what method should be used?
When counting an open bottle of schedule III controlled substances that contains more than 1,000 tablets, what method should be used?
What should a registrant do if there are controlled substances on hand when taking an initial inventory?
What should a registrant do if there are controlled substances on hand when taking an initial inventory?
Study Notes
Inventory of Controlled Substances
- An inventory is a comprehensive list of all stocks and forms of controlled substances held by the registrant at the time of counting.
- Inventory must be maintained in written or printed form at the registrant's location.
Schedule II Controlled Substances
- Schedule II inventory requires an actual physical count of the substances.
- Records of schedule II must be kept separate from other pharmacy records.
Schedule III, IV, and V Controlled Substances
- For open bottles containing up to 1,000 tablets, registrants can estimate the count; if over 1,000, an exact count is mandatory.
- Records of schedules III, IV, and V must be either maintained separately or readily retrievable from other pharmacy records.
Record-Keeping Requirements
- Inventory records must be maintained for at least two years for inspection and copying.
- Recommended practice includes recording the registrant's name, address, DEA registration number, and signatures of responsible individuals.
Initial Inventory
- Upon receiving a DEA registration, an initial physical count of all controlled substances is required.
- If no controlled substances are present, a zero inventory record must be made.
- The inventory must include the date, time of count, names of substances, dosage forms, quantities, commercial container counts, and total substance count.
Biennial Inventory
- Registrants must take a new inventory every two years, following the same information requirements as the initial inventory.
Newly Scheduled Controlled Substances
- When a new controlled substance is scheduled, an inventory must be conducted on the effective date of scheduling, if the registrant possesses it.
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Test your knowledge on the inventory requirements for controlled substances, including the specific protocols for Schedule II, III, IV, and V substances. This quiz covers the regulations for maintaining records and the importance of proper inventory management in pharmacy practice.
