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What is the maximum prescription period for Class C opioids under the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023?
What is the maximum prescription period for Class C opioids under the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023?
One month
How long can dentists prescribe Class B and C opioids for under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975?
How long can dentists prescribe Class B and C opioids for under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975?
7 days (1 week)
What must every controlled drug Prescription Form for dentists state?
What must every controlled drug Prescription Form for dentists state?
'For dental treatment only'
Are dentists allowed to authorize repeats for controlled drugs?
Are dentists allowed to authorize repeats for controlled drugs?
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What is the maximum period of supply for midwives when prescribing pethidine, morphine, tramadol, or fentanyl?
What is the maximum period of supply for midwives when prescribing pethidine, morphine, tramadol, or fentanyl?
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When should the first dispensing of a controlled drug by midwives occur?
When should the first dispensing of a controlled drug by midwives occur?
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What is the maximum period of supply for Class B drugs?
What is the maximum period of supply for Class B drugs?
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What information must be included in a veterinary prescription for animal treatment?
What information must be included in a veterinary prescription for animal treatment?
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Do Optometrists and Dietitians have prescribing rights for Controlled Drugs (Class C & Class B)?
Do Optometrists and Dietitians have prescribing rights for Controlled Drugs (Class C & Class B)?
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What must every prescription form from a veterinarian state according to the legal requirements?
What must every prescription form from a veterinarian state according to the legal requirements?
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When does a NZePS controlled drug Prescription Form become legal?
When does a NZePS controlled drug Prescription Form become legal?
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Are veterinary prescriptions funded by the Ministry of Health?
Are veterinary prescriptions funded by the Ministry of Health?
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What is the maximum period of supply for Class B and C drugs?
What is the maximum period of supply for Class B and C drugs?
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When should the first dispense of Class B drugs occur after the date of prescription?
When should the first dispense of Class B drugs occur after the date of prescription?
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According to the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023, how long can opioids be prescribed for as of 5 October 2023?
According to the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023, how long can opioids be prescribed for as of 5 October 2023?
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What is the prescription validity period for Class C Controlled Drugs?
What is the prescription validity period for Class C Controlled Drugs?
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Who are the controlled drug prescribers impacted by the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023?
Who are the controlled drug prescribers impacted by the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023?
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What is the limit on the maximum amount of opioids that can be prescribed under the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023?
What is the limit on the maximum amount of opioids that can be prescribed under the Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023?
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