Pharmacy Law I

Question 1

Every drug has a unique ________ that identifies it.

Answer 1

NDC

Question 2

What information does the NDC provide about the drug?

Answer 2

manufacturer of drug
specific drug and strength itself
package size (eg, how many tables are in bottle)

Question 3

What MUST be on a prescription?

Answer 3

1. name, address, phone number of prescriber.
2. date of prescription
3. patients full name & address
4. drug name, strength, dosage form, quantity prescribed, directions for use
5. refill info, if any
6. prescriber’s signature (electronic or written)
7. controlled substances must have DEA #

Question 4

DEA Numbers

Answer 4

specific to individual providers.
first letter indicates type of registrant.
second letter is first letter of prescriber’s name.

Step 1: digits 1,3,5 are added together.
Step 2: digits, 2,4,6 are added together.
Step 3: add digits from step 1 and 2. the last digit will be 7th digit.

Question 5

DAW

Answer 5

must fill for specific brand name when doctor notes dispense as written (DAW).
can be changed with documented approval.