DEA Controlled Substances Regulations & Scheduling 3

Question 1

The Analog Act (21 U.S.C. § 813) treats a chemical analog of a Schedule I or II substance as a Schedule I substance when intended for what purpose?

Accepted Answer

Human consumption

Answer

The Federal Analog Act treats substances chemically similar to Schedule I or II substances as Schedule I controlled substances when intended for human consumption.

Question 2

Which DEA form must a practitioner use to report the theft or significant loss of controlled substances?

Accepted Answer

DEA Form 106

Answer

DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances) must be filed when a registrant experiences theft or significant loss.

Question 3

A pharmacist receives an oral prescription for a Schedule III controlled substance. Under DEA regulations, within how many days must the pharmacist reduce the oral authorization to writing?

Accepted Answer

7 days

Answer

Under 21 CFR 1306.21, oral prescriptions for Schedule III-V substances must be promptly reduced to writing; DEA regulations allow up to 7 days.

Question 4

Which of the following is a key distinction between the Controlled Substances Act's 'registration' requirement and a state pharmacy license?

Accepted Answer

DEA registration is a federal requirement authorizing handling of controlled substances, while state licenses authorize general pharmacy practice

Answer

DEA registration under the CSA is a separate federal authorization for controlled substance activities, distinct from and in addition to state licensing requirements.

Question 5

Under the Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act (CMEA), what is the daily purchase limit for ephedrine or pseudoephedrine products per individual?

Accepted Answer

3.6 grams

Answer

The CMEA limits purchases to 3.6 grams of ephedrine/pseudoephedrine base per day and 9 grams per 30-day period.

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DEA Controlled Substances Regulations & Scheduling 3