A pharmacist dispenses a brand-name drug when the prescription authorized generic substitution and a less expensive generic was available. Which best describes this situation?
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A
Acceptable practice if the pharmacist documents the reason.
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B
Potential violation of state substitution laws and patient cost interests.
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C
Required by federal law to dispense brand when available.
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D
Permitted as long as the patient is notified after dispensing.