Controlled Drugs - Schedule 3

Question 1

What is the abbreviation for schedule 3 CD’s? (1)

Answer 1

CD No Reg

Question 2

Give e.g. of schedule 3 CDs. (10)

Answer 2

Buprenorphine
Diethylpropion
Flunitrazepam
Gabapentin
Midazolam
Pentazocine
Phenobarbital
Pregabalin
Temazepam
Tramadol

Question 3

What is the main difference between schedule 2/3 CDs? (1)

Answer 3

Less likely to be abused and harmful

Question 4

What are the safe custody requirements of schedule 3 CDs? (2)

Answer 4

All drugs except for certain drugs.

Question 5

Give e.g. of schedule 3 CDs that aren’t exempted from safe custody. (4)

Answer 5

Temazepam
Diethylpropion
Buprenorphine
Flunitrazepam

Question 6

What is the validity of Schedule 3 CDs Rx? (1)

Answer 6

28 days.

Question 7

What other controls are specific to schedule 3 CD? (4)

Answer 7

Differences in who can possess and supply.
No destruction requirements for out of date stock.
No records needed in CD register.
Invoice retained for 2 years.