Question #24 - Controlled Dangerous Substances

A prescription for a controlled dangerous substance cannot be filled after:

30 days from the date the prescription was issued

45 days from the date the prescription was issued

60 days from the date the prescription was issued

90 days from the date the prescription was issued


For Your Information

N.J.A.C. 13:45H-7.5 sets forth parameters for issuing prescriptions for controlled dangerous substances. A prescription for a controlled dangerous substance must be presented to a pharmacist for filling within 30 days after the date when issued.