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What is required for a prescription of a controlled substance to be considered valid?
What is required for a prescription of a controlled substance to be considered valid?
- It must be filled within a 30-day period.
- It must be issued for a legitimate medical purpose. (correct)
- It must include a detailed medical history.
- It must be issued by any licensed practitioner.
Who bears responsibility for the proper prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances?
Who bears responsibility for the proper prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances?
- The patient receiving the prescription.
- Both the practitioner and the pharmacist. (correct)
- Only the pharmacist who fills the prescription.
- Only the practitioner who issues the prescription.
What constitutes a prescription that is not valid under 21 U.S.C. 829?
What constitutes a prescription that is not valid under 21 U.S.C. 829?
- A prescription that exceeds the legal quantity limit.
- A prescription not issued for a legitimate medical purpose. (correct)
- A prescription written by a nurse practitioner.
- A prescription issued for a research trial.
What penalties apply to those who knowingly fill a purported prescription that is not legitimate?
What penalties apply to those who knowingly fill a purported prescription that is not legitimate?
Which of the following scenarios would be considered an illegal prescription practice?
Which of the following scenarios would be considered an illegal prescription practice?
Study Notes
Prescription Validity for Controlled Substances
- A prescription must be issued for a legitimate medical purpose by a practitioner.
- Practitioners must operate within the usual course of professional practice when prescribing controlled substances.
- Both practitioners and pharmacists share responsibility for the accurate prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances.
Legal Implications
- An order that is misrepresented as a prescription but lacks legitimate medical purpose is not recognized as a valid prescription under 21 U.S.C. 829.
- Both the issuer of the illegitimate prescription and the pharmacist who fills it may face legal penalties.
- Violations fall under 21 U.S.C. 841(a)(1) and 21 CFR 1306.04(a).
Restrictions on Issuing Prescriptions
- Prescriptions cannot be issued merely for a practitioner’s own supply of controlled substances.
- Orders for controlled substances must be in line with authorized medical treatment or legitimate research activities.
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Test your knowledge of pharmacy laws regarding controlled substances and the responsibilities of practitioners and pharmacists. Understand the requirements for legitimate medical prescriptions and the implications of improper practices.
