1. A. An osteopathic physician who dispenses a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device shall record the following information on the patient’s medical record:

   1. 1. Name, strength, dosage, and form of the controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device dispensed;
   2. 2. Quantity or volume dispensed;
   3. 3. Date of dispensing;
   4. 4. Medical reasons for dispensing; and
   5. 5. Number of refills authorized.

2. B. Before dispensing a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device, an osteopathic physician shall review the prepared controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device to ensure that:

   1. 1. The container label and contents comply with the prescription; and
   2. 2. The patient is informed of the name of the controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device, directions for use, precautions, and storage requirements.
3. C. An osteopathic physician shall purchase all controlled substance, prescription-only drugs, or prescription-only devices dispensed from a manufacturer or distributor approved by the United State Food and Drug Administration or a pharmacy holding a current permit from the Arizona Board of Pharmacy.
4. D. The individual who prepares a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device for dispensing shall countersign and date the original prescription form.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 20 A.A.R. 2654, effective November 8, 2014 (Supp. 14-3).