As a pharmacist, what information can be legally added to a C-II prescription?

The ability to add information to a C-II prescription is strictly regulated to prevent fraud and ensure the medication is dispensed correctly. Among the choices, adding the date of the prescription is permissible because this is relevant in determining the validity of the prescription and adherence to regulations that govern the dispensing of controlled substances.

When reviewing a C-II prescription, the date is essential for establishing whether the prescription is still valid based on state and federal laws. In Kentucky, C-II prescriptions are typically valid for 60 days from the date issued. Therefore, pharmacists may add the date if it was omitted, as this does not alter the substance of the prescription or its legality.

Adding other information, such as the patient's name, prescription signature, or drug name, is not permitted because these elements could significantly change the nature of the prescription, potentially leading to misuse or complications in how the medication is dispensed. The integrity of the original prescription must be maintained to prevent unauthorized alterations or fraudulent activity.