Federal Requirements for Controlled Substances
Federal Requirements for Controlled Substances is organized by Power-Pak C.E. - Continuing Education for Pharmacists & Pharmacy Technicians.
Published: July 13, 2022
Expires: July 13, 2025
Goal:
This activity will describe the regulations set forth by the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 in relation to the prescribing and dispensing of controlled substances as well as specific requirements for pharmacies. The classification system of controlled substances, verifying DEA numbers, and tips to identify fraudulent and illegitimate prescriptions will also be discussed.
Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this program, participants should be better able to:
• Define the classification system of controlled substances established by the Controlled Substances Act of 1970
• Indicate the pharmacy requirements regarding DEA registration, ordering, inventory, recordkeeping, security, and disposal of controlled substances
• Identify the prescribing and dispensing requirements of controlled substances
• Specify how to recognize and prevent forged or illegitimate prescriptions
Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.