What must accompany a Schedule II substance prescription?

A Schedule II substance prescription must accompany a valid patient-specific prescription which has specific stipulations. This is because Schedule II substances are highly controlled due to their potential for abuse and dependency. The law mandates that these prescriptions cannot contain any refills; patients must obtain a new prescription for each dispensing.

This requirement helps to ensure that the prescribing clinician carefully evaluates the patient's need for the medication each time it is prescribed, reducing the risk of misuse. Furthermore, the prescription must include specific details such as the patient's information, the prescribed substance, dosage, directions for use, and the prescriber’s information. The absence of refills reinforces the stringent control measures put in place by regulatory bodies to monitor and limit the distribution of these drugs.