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What is the maximum period of supply for Class B drugs?
1 month (30 days)
What information must a prescription for animal treatment written by a veterinarian contain?
- The surname, each given name of the animal owner
- The address of the animal owner
Do Optometrists and Dietitians have prescribing rights for Controlled Drugs (Class C & Class B)?
No
Are veterinary prescriptions funded by the Ministry of Health?
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When does a NZePS controlled drug Prescription Form become legal?
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What is the maximum period of supply for Class C drugs?
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How long must pharmacies retain the pharmacy copy of dispensed controlled drug prescriptions?
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According to Regulation 42 of the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 1977, how long must pharmacies retain Controlled Drugs Registers?
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What is the requirement for every pharmacy in relation to controlled drug registers?
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Where should Controlled Drugs belonging to Class B and Class C2 be stored?
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What is the impact of Misuse of Drugs Amendment Regulations (No 2) 2023 on opioid prescriptions?
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What is the maximum period of supply for Class C drugs under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975?
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Which prescription form is required for Class B drugs with a maximum supply period of 1 month (30 days)?
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What are the legal requirements for prescribing controlled drugs by dentists under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1975?
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How soon after the date of prescription must Class B drugs be first dispensed?
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What is the maximum period of supply for Class B CD drugs like oxycodone and morphine under the Act?
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When should prescriptions for Class C drugs be dispensed to be eligible for subsidy?
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