Why is phenobarbital a controlled substance?

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) classifies phenobarbital as a Schedule IV controlled substance, signifying that it can result in the development of physical dependence when used for a significant length of time, and it is a potential drug of abuse.

How often can zolpidem be refilled?

(a) No prescription for a controlled substance listed in Schedule III or IV shall be filled or refilled more than six months after the date on which such prescription was issued. No prescription for a controlled substance listed in Schedule III or IV authorized to be refilled may be refilled more than five times.

Is fioricet a controlled substance in Louisiana?

So both new and old formulation of Fioricet by law shall be exempt from controlled substance requirements.

How soon can you refill Klonopin?

A prescription for this medication is refillable. However, clonazepam is a schedule IV controlled substance. Therefore, a prescription for this drug may be refilled no more than five times. Also, a person can only get refills for six months after the date their doctor wrote the original prescription.

Is Ambien a controlled substance?

AMBIEN is a federally controlled substance (C-IV) because it can be abused or lead to dependence. Keep AMBIEN in a safe place to prevent misuse and abuse.

What to do if you run out of Clonazepam?

The best thing to do when you realize you’re going to run out of medication is call your doctor. They may be willing to contact the pharmacy of your choice so you can get a prescription filled there. Even if it’s after-hours, call anyway and leave a message explaining the situation.

Can I pick up Klonopin for someone else?

Yes. A pharmacist may use professional judgment and experience with common practice to make reasonable inferences of the patient’s best interest in allowing a person, other that the patient, to pick up a prescription.