DEA Enforcement and Compliance Flashcards

Which regulatory concept holds pharmacists jointly accountable with prescribers for the legitimacy of controlled substance prescriptions?

Answer: Corresponding responsibility

Corresponding responsibility means the pharmacist shares legal accountability for proper prescribing and dispensing.

Under the CSA, what is 'diversion'?

Answer: Transfer of controlled substances into illegitimate channels

Diversion is the redirection of controlled substances from legitimate medical use to illegal use.

Which DEA program monitors the distribution of listed chemicals used to make illegal drugs?

Answer: Diversion Control Program

The DEA Diversion Control Program regulates listed chemicals and precursors to prevent illicit manufacturing.

A DEA registrant discovers a break-in with missing controlled substances. When must the initial notification to DEA occur?

Answer: Upon discovery of the loss

Registrants must notify DEA upon discovery of a theft or significant loss and file Form 106 promptly.

Which of these is a valid reason DEA may deny, suspend, or revoke a registration?

Answer: Material falsification of the application

Falsifying application information is grounds for DEA to deny, suspend, or revoke a registration.

How long is a DEA practitioner registration typically valid before renewal is required?

Answer: 3 years

DEA practitioner registrations are generally valid for three years before renewal.

Which schedule includes substances with the lowest potential for abuse among controlled drugs, such as certain cough preparations?

Answer: Schedule V

Schedule V contains controlled substances with the lowest abuse potential, including some antitussive preparations.