Which two time frames are associated with partial filling of schedule II drugs?

Which two time frames are associated with partial filling of schedule II drugs?

• A. 24 hours and 7 days
• B. 72 hours and 60 days
• C. 60 days and 90 days
• D. 12 hours and 3 days

Answer: (B)

Partial filling of Schedule II medications is allowed under DEA rules when the full amount cannot be dispensed at once. The remaining quantity must be filled within 72 hours of the prescription date for a standard partial fill. If the patient is terminally ill or a resident of a long-term care facility, the remaining quantity may be dispensed within 60 days from the prescription date. This pairing—72 hours and 60 days—captures the general rule plus the extended window for specific populations. Other listed timeframes don’t align with these regulatory limits. Documentation in the record should note the partial fill date and quantity, ensuring the total prescribed amount is not exceeded.

Partial filling of Schedule II medications is allowed under DEA rules when the full amount cannot be dispensed at once. The remaining quantity must be filled within 72 hours of the prescription date for a standard partial fill. If the patient is terminally ill or a resident of a long-term care facility, the remaining quantity may be dispensed within 60 days from the prescription date. This pairing—72 hours and 60 days—captures the general rule plus the extended window for specific populations. Other listed timeframes don’t align with these regulatory limits. Documentation in the record should note the partial fill date and quantity, ensuring the total prescribed amount is not exceeded.