Section R4-11-1401. Prescribing

A.      In addition to the requirements of A.R.S. § 32-1298(C), a den- tist shall ensure that a prescription order contains the following information:

1.        Date of issuance;

2.        Name and address of the patient to whom the prescription is issued;

3.        Name, strength, dosage form, and quantity of the drug or name and quantity of the device prescribed;

4.        Name and address of the dentist prescribing the drug; and

5.        Drug Enforcement Administration registration number of the dentist, if prescribing a controlled substance.

B.       Before dispensing a drug or device, a dentist shall present to the patient a written prescription for the drug or device being dispensed that includes on the prescription the following state- ment in bold type: “This prescription may be filled by the pre- scribing dentist or by a pharmacy of your choice.”

Historical Note

Adopted effective July 21, 1995 (Supp. 95-3). Former Section R4-11-1401 repealed, new Section R4-11-1401 adopted by final rulemaking at 5 A.A.R. 580, effective February 4, 1999 (Supp. 99-1). Section repealed; new Section made by final rulemaking at 11 A.A.R. 793, effective April 2, 2005 (Supp. 05-1).