A prescription written for a pharmaceutical agent shall include an order given individually for the person for whom prescribed, either directly from the prescriber to the pharmacist or indirectly by means of a written or electronic order signed by the prescriber, that bears the following items:

1. A. the name and address of the prescriber;
2. B. the prescriber’s professional designation;
3. C. the name and address of the patient;
4. D. the name and quantity of the agent being prescribed;
5. E. directions for the use of the agent;
6. F. the prescription issue date; and
7. G. the number of refills allowed.

[16.16.7.14 NMAC - N, 03-17-2004; A, 03-02-2016]