DHA Pharmacist UAE Drug Regulations

Question 1

Which UAE federal law governs the control of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances?

Accepted Answer

Federal Law No. 14 of 1995 on Counterfeit and Psychotropic Drugs (and its amendments)

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Federal Law No. 7 of 1975 on healthcare professions only

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Dubai Law No. 13 of 2008

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MOHAP Circular 2019/3

Question 2

What must a pharmacist verify before dispensing a controlled substance in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

A valid prescription from a licensed physician with correct patient details, drug, dose, and prescriber DEA/license number

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Any written note from the patient

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A verbal request from a nurse

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An SMS from the prescribing doctor

Question 3

How long must controlled substance registers (narcotic drug records) be retained in UAE pharmacies?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of 5 years

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6 months

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1 year only

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Indefinitely without destruction

Question 4

Which UAE authority is responsible for approving the registration of new pharmaceutical products before they can be sold?

Accepted Answer

MOHAP Drug Registration Department

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Dubai DHA only

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Abu Dhabi DOH only

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Emirates Chamber of Commerce

Question 5

A patient travelling internationally wants to carry a controlled medication through Dubai airport. What document is required?

Accepted Answer

A MOHAP certificate/approval for carrying controlled drugs across UAE borders

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Only a doctor's letter

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Only the original prescription from their home country

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No documentation needed for personal use

Question 6

What is the UAE's stance on dispensing prescription medications without a valid prescription (over-the-counter sale of prescription drugs)?

Accepted Answer

It is illegal and subject to regulatory action and fines against the pharmacy and pharmacist

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It is permitted if the patient has taken the drug before

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It is allowed for chronic disease medications

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It is at the pharmacist's individual discretion