Controlled Substances Schedules Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the primary reason a substance is classified as Schedule I?

It has a low potential for abuse.

It has an accepted medical use in the United States.

It has a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use. (correct)

It can be prescribed under severe restrictions.

Which of the following substances is classified as Schedule I under the CSA?

Methadone

Morphine

Codeine

Marijuana (correct)

What distinguishes Schedule II substances from Schedule I substances?

Schedule II substances are less likely to be abused.

Schedule II substances have a currently accepted medical use. (correct)

Schedule II substances are not regulated at all.

Schedule II substances have no potential for dependence.

What does the term 'accepted medical use' in the context of controlled substances refer to?

A substance recognized for treatment in the United States. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the characteristics of a Schedule II controlled substance?

Currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions and high abuse potential. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following substances is a Schedule II narcotic?

Opium Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between the scheduling of controlled substances and their potential for abuse?

Higher schedules indicate greater abuse potential. Signup and view all the answers

Why might a substance in Schedule I not be prescribed or dispensed?

It has a high potential for abuse with no accepted medical use. Signup and view all the answers

Which combination of substances is classified as Schedule II?

Meperidine and cocaine Signup and view all the answers

What defines a Schedule III controlled substance?

Moderate potential for abuse and accepted medical use Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a Schedule IV substance?

Tramadol Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following drugs is an example of a Schedule V substance?

Robitussin AC Signup and view all the answers

What do Scheduled Listed Chemical Products (SLCP) typically contain?

Ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or phenylpropanolamine Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is classified under Schedule II narcotics?

Hydromorphone Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Schedule IV substances?

High potential for abuse Signup and view all the answers

What is a key distinguishing feature of Schedule III non-narcotics?

They include anabolic steroids. Signup and view all the answers

Which combination describes a Schedule II stimulant?

Methylphenidate and amphetamine Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an accepted use of controlled substances?

Tramadol for chronic pain Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Schedules of Controlled Substances

Controlled substances are categorized into five schedules by the CSA based on accepted medical use and abuse potential.
Schedule I substances have no accepted medical use, high abuse potential, and lack of safety for medical supervision.
Schedule II substances have high abuse potential but are accepted for medical use with severe restrictions, potentially leading to severe dependence.
Schedules III to V include substances with progressively lower abuse potential and more recognized medical uses.

Schedule I Controlled Substances

Examples include heroin, LSD, marijuana (cannabis), peyote, methaqualone, and MDMA.
These substances cannot be prescribed or dispensed for medical purposes.

Schedule II Controlled Substances

Includes narcotics such as morphine, codeine, opium, hydrocodone (found in products like Vicodin and Lortab), hydromorphone, methadone, meperidine, oxycodone, and fentanyl.
Stimulants include amphetamine (Adderall), methamphetamine, methylphenidate (Ritalin), and lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse).
Other substances: cocaine, amobarbital, and glutethimide.

Schedule III Controlled Substances

Lower abuse potential than schedules I and II, with accepted medical uses.
Examples include morphine combo products, codeine combination products (e.g., Tylenol with codeine), buprenorphine products, benzphetamine, phendimetrazine, ketamine, and anabolic steroids like oxandrolone.

Schedule IV Controlled Substances

Substances have low potential for abuse, accepted medical use, and limited dependence relative to schedule III.
Examples: Tramadol, alprazolam (Xanax), clonazepam (Klonopin), diazepam (Valium), lorazepam (Ativan), midazolam (Versed), and temazepam (Restoril).

Schedule V Controlled Substances

Possess the lowest abuse potential and accepted medical uses, often used for antitussive and analgesic purposes.
Examples include cough preparations like Robitussin AC with not more than 200 mg of codeine per 100 mL or grams.

Scheduled Listed Chemical Products (SLCP)

Defined as products containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or phenylpropanolamine, sold as non-prescription drugs under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

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Test your knowledge about the categorization of controlled substances as defined by the CSA. This quiz covers the characteristics and legal classifications of Schedules I to V, including their medical uses and abuse potentials. Perfect for students studying pharmacology or healthcare regulations.