R4-22-303. Prescribing and Dispensing Requirements

A. An osteopathic physician who dispenses a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device shall record the following information on the patient’s medical record: 1. Name, strength, dosage, and form of the controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device dispensed; 2. Quantity or volume dispensed; 3. Date of dispensing; 4. Medical reasons for dispensing; and 5. Number of refills authorized. B. Before dispensing a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device, an osteopathic physician shall review the prepared controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device to ensure that: 1. The container label and contents comply with the prescription; and 2. The patient is informed of the name of the controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device, directions for use, precautions, and storage requirements. C. An osteopathic physician shall purchase all controlled substance, prescription-only drugs, or prescription-only devices dispensed from a manufacturer or distributor approved by the United State Food and Drug Administration or a pharmacy holding a current permit from the Arizona Board of Pharmacy. D. The individual who prepares a controlled substance, prescription-only drug, or prescription-only device for dispensing shall countersign and date the original prescription form.