FPGEE for National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP) Practice Exam

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What is the time frame to fill a partial filling of a CII prescription if not all medication is available?

48 hours
72 hours
60 days
14 days

The correct answer is: 72 hours

The time frame to fill a partial filling of a Schedule II (CII) prescription when not all medication is available is 72 hours. This regulation is in place to ensure that patients have access to their necessary medications while also maintaining control over the distribution of controlled substances. When a pharmacy is unable to fill the entire quantity of a CII prescription due to a shortage or lack of stock, the pharmacy can partially fill it, provided that the remaining amount is filled within the specified 72-hour period. If the remaining medication is not dispensed within this time frame, the patient would need to get a new prescription from the prescriber to obtain the balance of the medication. This regulation serves both to support patient care by allowing for immediate partial access to required medications and to uphold safety and regulatory protocols surrounding controlled substances. A time frame of 60 days or 14 days does not apply to partial fillings of CII prescriptions in this context, as the regulations specifically dictate a shorter, defined period.