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Controlled Substances Regulations & Scheduling Flashcards

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  1. Under the Controlled Substances Act, which agency has the authority to initiate scheduling proceedings for a new substance?

    Answer: The DEA, the FDA, or any interested party via petition

    Under 21 U.S.C. § 811, scheduling proceedings can be initiated by the DEA, the FDA, or any interested party who files a petition with the DEA.

  2. A Schedule II controlled substance prescription may NOT be refilled. What is the regulatory basis for this restriction?

    Answer: 21 CFR 1306.12, which prohibits refills of Schedule II prescriptions

    21 CFR 1306.12 explicitly prohibits the refilling of Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions.

  3. Which of the following best describes the 'substantial evidence' standard used in DEA scheduling decisions?

    Answer: A preponderance of credible scientific evidence supporting the scheduling determination

    The DEA applies a preponderance of credible scientific evidence standard when evaluating whether a substance meets scheduling criteria.

  4. A substance with accepted medical use and low-to-moderate physical dependence potential but high psychological dependence potential would be classified as which schedule?

    Answer: Schedule III

    Schedule III substances have accepted medical use and low-to-moderate physical dependence potential but may have high psychological dependence potential.

  5. What is the maximum federal penalty for a first-offense trafficking conviction involving 1 kilogram or more of heroin?

    Answer: 10 years to life imprisonment and up to $4 million fine

    Under 21 U.S.C. § 841, trafficking 1 kg or more of heroin carries 10 years to life imprisonment and fines up to $4 million for individuals.

  6. Which factor is NOT one of the eight criteria the DEA must consider when scheduling a substance under 21 U.S.C. § 811?

    Answer: The substance's country of origin

    Country of origin is not among the eight statutory criteria; the CSA focuses on pharmacological, scientific, and public health factors.

  7. Under the DEA's regulations, a registered practitioner who dispenses Schedule III-V controlled substances must maintain records for a minimum of how many years?

    Answer: 2 years

    21 CFR 1304.04 requires registrants to maintain all records related to controlled substances for a minimum of two years.