Questions and Answers
What is required for a prescription of a controlled substance to be considered valid?
Who bears responsibility for the proper prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances?
What constitutes a prescription that is not valid under 21 U.S.C. 829?
What penalties apply to those who knowingly fill a purported prescription that is not legitimate?
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Which of the following scenarios would be considered an illegal prescription practice?
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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.
