Section R4-22-303. Prescribing and Dispensing Requirements

A.      An osteopathic physician who dispenses a controlled sub- stance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device shall record the following information on the patient's medical record:

1.        Name, strength, dosage, and form of the controlled sub- stance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device dispensed;

2.        Quantity or volume dispensed;

3.        Date of dispensing;

4.        Medical reasons for dispensing; and

5.        Number of refills authorized.

B.       Before dispensing a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device, an osteopathic physician shall review the prepared controlled substance, prescription- only drug, or prescription-only device to ensure that:

1.        The container label and contents comply with the pre- scription; and

2.        The patient is informed of the name of the controlled sub- stance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device, directions for use, precautions, and storage requirements.

C.      An osteopathic physician shall purchase all controlled sub- stance, prescription-only drugs, or prescription-only devices dispensed from a manufacturer or distributor approved by the United State Food and Drug Administration or a pharmacy holding a current permit from the Arizona Board of Pharmacy.

D.      The individual who prepares a controlled substance, prescrip- tion-only drug, or prescription-only device for dispensing shall countersign and date the original prescription form.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 20 A.A.R. 2654, effective November 8, 2014 (Supp. 14-3).