Exam PTCE Topic 3 Question 90 Discussion
Actual exam question for Medical Tests's PTCE exam
Question #: 90
Topic #: 3
Question #: 90
Topic #: 3
According tofederal law, a prescription for which of the following medicationsmay be transferredto another pharmacy to be refilled?
Suggested Answer: A Vote an answer
Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Underfederal law (21 CFR §1306.25),Schedule III-V controlled substances (e.g., Alprazolam)can be transferred ONCEfor refill purposes between licensed pharmacieswith a shared database.Schedule II drugs (e.
g., Methylphenidate, Fentanyl, Hydromorphone) CANNOT be transferred.
#Explanation of Answer Choices:#A. Alprazolam (C-IV)#Correct.Schedule III-V drugs can be transferred ONCEfor refill purposes.#B. Methylphenidate (C-II)# Incorrect.Schedule II drugs cannot be transferred.#C.
Fentanyl (C-II)# Incorrect.C-II drugs are non-transferablebetween pharmacies.#D. Hydromorphone (C-II)# Incorrect.C-II drugs cannot be transferred.
#Reference:
* DEA Controlled Substance Act (CSA)
* 21 CFR §1306.25 - Prescription Transfers
Underfederal law (21 CFR §1306.25),Schedule III-V controlled substances (e.g., Alprazolam)can be transferred ONCEfor refill purposes between licensed pharmacieswith a shared database.Schedule II drugs (e.
g., Methylphenidate, Fentanyl, Hydromorphone) CANNOT be transferred.
#Explanation of Answer Choices:#A. Alprazolam (C-IV)#Correct.Schedule III-V drugs can be transferred ONCEfor refill purposes.#B. Methylphenidate (C-II)# Incorrect.Schedule II drugs cannot be transferred.#C.
Fentanyl (C-II)# Incorrect.C-II drugs are non-transferablebetween pharmacies.#D. Hydromorphone (C-II)# Incorrect.C-II drugs cannot be transferred.
#Reference:
* DEA Controlled Substance Act (CSA)
* 21 CFR §1306.25 - Prescription Transfers
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