Controlled Drug Workshop W4

Question 1

CD one example

Answer 1

No recognised medicinal use

LSD
Ecstasy

Question 2

CD two example

Answer 2

Morphine
Methadone

Question 3

CD three example

Answer 3

Buprenorphine
Temazepam

Question 4

CD four example

Answer 4

Diazepam
Zopiclone

Question 5

CD five example

Answer 5

Codeine

Question 6

Things to look out for on a CD script

Answer 6

Quantity in numbers and letter

Make sure the prescriber and the person signing it is the same person

Correct wording from MEP ie as required for…

Normal CD = 28 days valid

Instalment CD = 14 days valid look out for if need weekend collection if pharmacy is closed

Question 7

Which controlled drug schedules need to be entered into the CD register

Answer 7

Only scheduled 2 control drugs need to be entered and this includes drugs like:
– Morphine
– Oxycodone
– Methadone
– Fentanyl