732 Pharmacology Schedules

schedule I

these drugs have no currently accepted medical use with a high potential for abuse. Examples include heroin, LSD, and marijuana

schedule II

drugs in this category are approved for specific therapeutic purposes but still have a high potential for abuse and possible dependence. Examples include cocaine, oxycodone, fentanyl, and Ritalin

schedule III

although these drugs have a lower abuse potential than those in schedules I and II, there is still a possibility of developing mild to moderate physical and psychological dependence. Examples include anabolic steroids and certain opioids that are combined in a limited dosage with other drugs

schedule IV

these drugs have a lower potential for abuse than schedule III drugs, with only a limited possibility of physical dependence, psychological dependence, or both. Examples include ambien, ativan, darvocet, and tramadol

schedule V

these drugs have the lowest relative abuse potential. Drugs in this category consist primarily of low doses of narcotics that are used in cough medications and antidiarrheal preparations