Labeling Requirements

Question 1

What are the requirements needed for a controlled substance prescription label// Illinois requirements as well

Answer 1

1) Name and address of the pharmacy
2) Patient name
3) RX number
4) Date of initial dispensing
5) Name of prescriber
6) Directions for use
7) Cautionary Statements
IL) Drug name, dose, and quantity

Question 2

What does federal law require that all controlled substances have on them for a prescription label

Answer 2

Transfer warning statement: “CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS THE TRANSFER OF THIS DRUG TO ANY PERSON OTHER THAN THE
PATIENT FOR WHOM IT WAS PRESCRIBED