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PTCB Exam PTCE Topic 4 Question 111 Discussion

Actual exam question for PTCB's PTCE exam
Question #: 111
Topic #: 4
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According tofederal law, a prescription for which of the following medicationsmay be transferredto another pharmacy to be refilled?

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Suggested Answer: A

Comprehensive and Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:

Underfederal law (21 CFR 1306.25),Schedule III-V controlled substances (e.g., Alprazolam)can be transferred ONCEfor refill purposes between licensed pharmacieswith a shared database.Schedule II drugs (e.g., Methylphenidate, Fentanyl, Hydromorphone) CANNOT be transferred.

Explanation of Answer Choices:A. Alprazolam (C-IV)Correct.Schedule III-V drugs can be transferred ONCEfor refill purposes.B. Methylphenidate (C-II) Incorrect.Schedule II drugs cannot be transferred.C. Fentanyl (C-II) Incorrect.C-II drugs are non-transferablebetween pharmacies.D. Hydromorphone (C-II) Incorrect.C-II drugs cannot be transferred.

Reference:

DEA Controlled Substance Act (CSA)

21 CFR 1306.25 -- Prescription Transfers


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Ernest
4 days ago
D) Hydromorphone, for sure. That stuff's like gold on the black market. I know a guy who can hook you up. Wink wink.
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Suzi
11 days ago
But Methylphenidate is a Schedule II controlled substance, so it can be transferred.
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Isadora
13 days ago
I disagree, I believe it's D) Hydromorphone.
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Martin
13 days ago
I bet the answer is C) Fentanyl. Who doesn't love a little recreational drug transfer, am I right? #LivingOnTheEdge
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Suzi
21 days ago
I think it's B) Methylphenidate.
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