MEP Flashcards
Prescriptions for which schedules of CDs require the prescribers address to be in the UK?
Schedule 2
Schedule 3
How long are prescriptions for CDs valid for after the date they are written?
Schedule 2 - 28 days
Schedule 3 - 28 days
Schedule 4 - 28 days
Schedule 5 - 6 months
Can you make an emergency supply of schedule 2 CDs?
No
Can you make an emergency supply of schedule 3 CDs?
No, with the exception of phenobarbital for the treatment of epilepsy by a UK-registered prescriber
Can you make an emergency supply of Schedule 4 CDs?
Yes
Can you make an emergency supply of Schedule 5 CDs?
Yes
Which schedules of CD can EU and Swiss healthcare professionals legally prescribe?
Schedule 4
Schedule 5
What is legally required to be on a prescription for a schedule 2 or 3 controlled drug?
- Prescribers signature
- Date of signature
- Prescriber’s address
- Name, form, strength of CD
- Dosage
- Quantity (words and figures)
- Name of patient
- Address of patient
When supplied, the Rx must be clearly marked with the date and time the supply was made
No more than 30 days supply should be made for Sch 2 and 3 CDs
How long should veterinary prescriptions be retained for?
5 years
What is the maximum amount of pseudoephedrine that can be supplied at once?
720mg
What is the maximum amount of ephedrine that can be supplied at once?
180mg
How long are prescriptions made under the pregnancy prevention program valid for?
7 days
No more than 30 days supply
Which schedules of CDs are available on repeat prescriptions?
Schedule 4
Schedule 5
What pregnancy prevention measures need to be taken for male patients taking mycophenolate?
They or their female partner must use effective contraception during treatment and for 90 days after discontinuation
What pregnancy prevention measures need to be taken for female patients taking mycophenolate?
They need to use 2 effective types of contraception during treatment for 6 weeks after discontinuation