Emergency Dispensing Regulations for CII Medications

This document is a guide detailing the regulations surrounding the emergency dispensing of Schedule II (CII) controlled substances. It outlines the strict requirements that govern the issuance of verbal orders for CII medications, which are subject to high levels of regulatory scrutiny due to their potential for abuse. The guide specifies that in emergency situations, pharmacists may dispense CII medications based on oral authorization from a prescribing practitioner, provided certain conditions are met. These conditions include limiting the quantity dispensed to what is necessary for the emergency, documenting the order, and ensuring that a written prescription is provided within seven days. Additionally, the guide emphasizes the importance of compliance with federal regulations, including the necessity for pharmacists to verify the identity of the prescribing practitioner and to notify the appropriate authorities if written prescriptions are not received. The document also provides recommendations for training prescribers and communicating compliance risks to relevant staff.