Nomenclature: Controlled Substances

These flashcards cover the classification of controlled substances based on their potential for abuse and regulations regarding their prescription.

Abuse of Schedule I drugs

High potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use

Example of a Schedule I drug

Heroin, LSD, Marijuana.

Abuse of Schedule II drugs

High potential for abuse.

Example of a Schedule II drug

Morphine, Amphetamines, high dose codeine

Abuse of Schedule III drugs

Moderate abuse potential.

Example of a Schedule III drug

Ketamine, low-dose Codeine.

Abuse of Schedule IV drugs

Low potential for abuse.

Example of a Schedule IV drug

Benzodiazepines.

Abuse of Schedule V drugs

Lowest potential for abuse

Example of a Schedule V drug

Diphenoxylate.

Prescription of Schedule I drugs

Cannot be prescribed

Prescription of Schedule II drugs

Requires written prescription, no refills no telephone.

Prescription of Schedule III drugs

Max 5 refills in 6 months.

Prescription for Schedule IV drugs

Max 5 refills in 6 months.