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UCD Pharmacy Law
UCD Pharmacy Law for exam on 10-12
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10/07/2010

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Term
What year were the Durham-Humphrey Amendments passed?
Definition
1951
Term
What did the Durham-Humphrey act do?
Definition
Established 2 classes of drugs (Legend and OTC), Authorized oral prescriptions and refills
Term
What year were the Kefauver-Harris Amendments passed?
Definition
1962
Term
What did the Kefauver-Harris Amendment do?
Definition
Required drugs to be proven effective, established good manufacturing practices, required informed consent of research subjects in investigational drug trials
Term
What prompted the Kefauver-Harris Amendments?
Definition
Thalidomide causing birth defects in Europe
Term
What is an Adulterated drug?
Definition
Drug that contains filthy, putrid or decomposed material or held under unsanitary conditions
Term
What is a misbranded drug?
Definition
drugs not containing necessary labeling
Term
Do drug manufacturers have to register with the FDA?
Definition
Yes
Term
Prescription drugs and refills can only be dispensed with a prescription from?
Definition
A licensed practitioner
Term
Who is responsible for Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) employee violations?
Definition
Employer
Term
What qualifies a drug as misbranded?
Definition
labeling is false or misleading, labeling is inadequate, fails to have required statements prominently displayed and easily understood
Term
How is "drug" defined?
Definition
articles recognized in USP, Homeopathic Pharm, or National Formulary
articles intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease in man or animals
Term
Items required on a prescription label.
Definition
1.Pharmacy name and address
2.Rx number
3.Fill date
4.Prescriber
5.patient
6.Sig
7.Cautionary statements
Term
Rules governing compounding under the FDCA.
Definition
1.Regulated by state board
2.prepared for one patient
3.immediate demand
4.advertising of drug is ok
5.exempt from NDA and GMP
6.traditional pharmacy function
Term
Rules governing manufacturing under FDCA.
Definition
1.FDA inspected and regulated
2.resale to 3rd parties
3.manufacture for future demand
4.can make inordinate amounts
5.can distribute out of state
6.can sell wholesale
Term
how are Schedule I Drugs defined?
Definition
High potential for abuse, no accepted medical us in the United States.
Term
how are schedule II drugs defined?
Definition
High potential for abuse
Have an accepted medical use in the US
Severe physical or psychological dependence potential
Term
What can be changed or added by a pharmacist on schedule II prescription?
Definition
1.Dosage form
2.drug strength
3.drug qty
4.directions
5.issue date
Term
What can NOT be changed by a pharmacist on a schedule II prescription?
Definition
1.Patient name
2.Substance written for
3.Signature
Term
How are schedule III drugs defined?
Definition
1.less potential for abuse then schedule II
2.accepted medical use in US
3.moderate to low physical dependence or HIGH psychological dependence potential
Term
How are schedule IV drugs defined?
Definition
1.less potential for abuse then schedule III
2.accepted medical use in US
3.low or limited physical or psychological dependence potential
Term
How are schedule V drugs defined?
Definition
1.low potential for abuse
2.accepted medical use
3.extremely low physical or psychological dependence potential
Term
Who must register with the DEA to dispense controlled substances, the pharmacy or the pharmacist?
Definition
The pharmacy
Term
Which entities must register with FDA when dealing with controlled substances?
Definition
1.Pharmacies
2.Manufacturers
3.Distributors
4.Prescribers
5.Exporters and Importers
6.Researchers
Term
Are separate registrations required for each pharmacy in a chain?
Definition
yes
Term
Under what circumstances must the DEA be notified in regards to registration?
Definition
1.Change of name or address of pharmacy
2.Pharmacy going out of business
Term
What is required for a controlled substance prescription to be legitimate?
Definition
legitimate medical purpose
prescribed by an individual practitioner acting within scope of practice
Term
Who is responsible for the proper prescribing and dispensing of a controlled substance?
Definition
1.Prescriber
2.Pharmacist that fills the prescription
Term
Violations of legitimate purpose/Corresponding Duty
Definition
1.False or Forged prescription
2.abetting a narcotic habit
3.rx for fake person
4.rx for person other then person named
5.rx for office use
Term
What statement must be on all CII-IV prescription labels?
Definition
Caution: Federal law prohibits the transfer of this drug to any person other than the patient for whom it was prescribed.
Term
How long must controlled substance records be retained?
Definition
2 years
Term
When must an initial controlled substance inventory be completed?
Definition
First date of controlled substance activity
Term
When conducting an inventory of controlled substances which medications must have exact counts?
Definition
only CII and CIII-V bottles that hold <1000 units
Term
How often is a controlled substance inventory required?
Definition
every 2 years
Term
What are the Colorado requirements for file storage?
Definition
separate files for CII, CIII-V, and Non-controlled prescriptions
Term
What are the three options for prescription dispensing files?
Definition
1.Three separate files (CII, CIII-V, non CS)
2.two separate files (CII/all others)
3.two separate files (all CS/non CS)
Term
Who may prescribe controlled substances?
Definition
Practitioners authorized by state or license.
Practitioners registered under CSA (unless exempt)
Term
How many times can a CIII-V be transferred?
Definition
Once, unless shared real time without change in rx number then can transfer to max refills
Term
How many times can a CIII-V be refilled?
Definition
five times in 6 months
Term
Can CII prescriptions be refilled
Definition
ABSOLUTELY not
Term
Can a CII be dispensed based on a faxed or oral authorization?
Definition
Only in emergency situations
Term
What are the requirements for an emergency CII prescriptions that was received by fax or oral authorization?
Definition
1.Rx written down immediately
2.Qty limited to treatment during emergency period
3.pharmacist attempts to verify authenticity
4.Prescriber must provide signed, written rx within 7 days (federal, 3 days Colorado)
Term
What is the only narcotic that can be dispensed to a patient in a Narcotic Treatment Program?
Definition
buprenorphine
Term
When must drug loss or theft be reported to the DEA?
Definition
immediately upon discovery.
Term
Who can pharmacies with DEA numbers distribute to?
Definition
Practitioners or pharmacies with DEA numbers
Term
Which is a controlled substance, Fioricet or Fiorinal?
Definition
Fiorinal
Term
In Colorado, is it legal to sell schedule V drugs over the counter?
Definition
No
Term
Are unlimited refills valid on schedule V drugs in Colorado?
Definition
No, only 5 refills in 6 months
Term
What is casual sale?
Definition
transfer, delivery or distribution of Rx drugs to noncustomers
Term
What percent of total drugs dispensed annually can be casual sale?
Definition
not more then 10%
Term
Define Pharmaceutical Care.
Definition
1.drug therapy and patient care
2.preparation and dispensing of medications
3.assessment, evaluation of patient medical needs
4.therapeutic plans
5.prevention, detection and resolution of patient medical problems
Term
What is a pharmacy manager?
Definition
Pharmacist in direct control of 1 prescription drug outlet
Term
Define pharmacy technician
Definition
Unlicensed person who performs duties under the supervision of pharmacist
Term
Define Pharmacist supervision
Definition
must be on site and readily available to consult with and assist pharmacy technicians
Term
What are the Duties of the State Board of Pharmacy?
Definition
1.investigate violations; inspect and fine PDOs
2.Grant and renew licenses and registrations
3.Deny, suspend, or revoke licenses or registrations
4.promulgate compounding rules
Term
When reporting malpractice claims who must be notified?
Definition
State board of pharmacy
Term
What are the qualifications of a Pharmacy manager?
Definition
must be a pharmacist
Term
How long does a PDO have to transfer registration to a new manager?
Definition
within 14 days
Term
When must a pharmacy manager notify the state board after termination of employment?
Definition
Immediatly
Term
What must be displayed at every prescription drug outlet?
Definition
Board registration with owners and managers name
pharmacist and intern licenses
Term
When can a 24 hour supply of medication be dispensed in an ER
Definition
1.If ordered by practitioner
2.patient is registered in ER
3.Employee authorized to dispense or administer medications
Term
Rules of professional conduct pertaining to pharmacy
Definition
1.Pharmacist cannot be employed and dispense for a prescriber
2.No PDO referral fees can be paid to health professionals or entities
3.Can not interfere with pharmacist patient counseling
4.Must comply with board orders
5.Rx drugs must be procured from registered entities
Term
How long must refill information be retained?
Definition
two years
Term
How long are prescriptions valid for?
Definition
one year from date of issue by practitioner
Term
Who must make the initial and final evaluations of a prescription?
Definition
Licensed pharmacist
Term
Pharmacist may not dispense a prescription if the prescription was issued based on an internet survey, consultation, or telephonic consultation.
Definition
True
Term
What constitutes a legitimate doctor patient relationship as defined by the DEA?
Definition
1.Patient has medical complaint
2.medical history taken
3.physical exam performed
4.logical connection between complaint, history, exam and prescription
Term
Can drugs be returned to a PDO for redispensing?
Definition
No
Term
What defines a Preceptor?
Definition
1.oversees pharmacy intern
2.licensed for 2 years and in practice
3.No discipline in previous 5 years
4.approved by State Board or Pharmacy School
Term
What are the some of the required professional references in Colorado?
Definition
1. Colorado Pharmacy Practice Act
2. Colorado Controlled Substance Act
3. State Board Rules and Regs
4. DEA Controlled Substance Rules
5. Sterile/Cytotoxic compounding references (if applicable)
Term
How many continuous square feet are required for compounding and dispensing areas in a pharmacy?
Definition
>225 ft^2
Term
How wide must work surfaces be within a pharmacy?
Definition
24 inches
Term
How far apart must shelving be in a pharmacy?
Definition
at least 24 inches
Term
When must written reports be submitted to the State Board in regards to security breaches?
Definition
Within 10 days
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