Reading 7 Flashcards
Covers pregnancy categories, inspections, generic equivalency, the NDA process, and REMS.
What does pregnancy category A mean?
Adequate number of studies in pregnant women have been conduct and no demonstrated risk seen
What does pregnancy category B mean?
No adequate students in pregnant woman conducted, but animal studies show no demonstrated risk
What does pregnancy category C mean?
No adequate studies in pregnant woman, animal studies show risk or have not been conducted. Used if potential benefits outweigh the risks
What does pregnancy category D mean?
Evidence of risk. Used if potential benefits outweigh risks. Must contain a statement of fetal harm and patient should be aware
What does pregnancy category X mean?
Contraindicated for use during pregnancy. Risk outweighs any potential benefits
When would an FDA inspection at a pharmacy be warranted?
to verify that the pharmacy is not manufacturing/compounding appropriately
MUST BRING A NOTICE OF INSPECTION (NOI) AND SHOW THEIR CREDENTIALS
When would a DEA inspection be warranted?
any location where controlled substances are kept
Can the DEA review financial/sales/pricing data without a warrant or permission?
No
What must a DEA agent provide in order to enter a pharmacy for inspection?
NOI, credentials, and purpose of visit
True or false: the FDA must tell you whether or not the inspection is routine or complaint-based.
false
What is included in the statement of rights that accompanies a Notice of Inspection (NOI)?
- right to require the DEA to get an AIW
- right to refuse inspection; will trigger AIW
- anything incriminating can be used against you
- you’ll get a copy of the notice
- you can withdraw consent at any time; will trigger AIW
In which 3 scenarios are warrants not required?
- owners or PIC consents
- imminent danger to public health/safety
- emergencies
Which warrant has the higher threshold for probable cause?
Search warrant
Which warrant can be served at any time of day?
Search warrant
When must an Administrative Inspection Warrant (AIW) be served?
regular business hours