The Checkup by Singlecare

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Diazepam is a controlled substance and may not be safe for people if used inappropriately. When daily diazepam is prescribed to a cat, the only way to keep the cat safe is to perform a blood test at the beginning of treatment and again after a few days to monitor liver function. If prescribed for a cat, do not give it to other people.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

APRIL 10, 2025

Unlike stimulants, Strattera is not listed as a controlled substance by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), meaning that it does not share stimulants tendency for misuse and addiction. In those cases, Strattera is another option.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

APRIL 18, 2025

Its not federally classified as a controlled substance by the Drug Enforcement Administration, but some states consider it to be one. What are the long-term side effects of gabapentin? Perhaps the most prevalent long-term side effect of gabapentin is its risk of addiction and abuse.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MARCH 27, 2025

Due to the phentermine component, Qsymia is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance. Tenuate is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance. Phentermine is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance. Xenical (orlistat) Xenical is an oral capsule whose active ingredient is orlistat.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 17, 2025

Substance abuse risks Vyvanse and Adderall are Schedule II controlled substances that have a high potential for misuse or addiction. People with a personal or family history of substance use disorders may need to use extra caution or alternative treatment options.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

MARCH 4, 2025

Phentermine and Qsymia are controlled substances, which means they have a risk of abuse and dependence. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of substance use disorder. Warnings that apply to both phentermine and Qsymia include: Avoid alcohol when taking phentermine or Qsymia.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Valium is classified as a Schedule IV controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and dependence. Valium can cause drowsiness, fatigue, and weakness, similar to tizanidine. Due to its sedative effects and potential for dependency, it’s typically prescribed for short-term use.

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Pharmaceutical Commerce

JUNE 17, 2025

This is particularly important for sensitive medications such as controlled substances, which can be at a higher risk for counterfeiting and diversion. This data can also enhance cooperation across the supply chain, feeding software systems to generate trend analyses and optimization opportunities.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Vyvanse might pose less of an addiction risk Both Vyvanse and Adderall are controlled substances. For individuals who want to limit their medication window to work or school hours, a shorter-acting stimulant like Adderall might be better. They have FDA black box warnings due to their high risk of abuse and misuse. However, Drs.

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OctariusRx

JUNE 23, 2025

For most facilities this includes common anesthetics as well as controlled substances such as fentanyl and midazolam. We recommend having comprehensive data on the most commonly use medications in your facility. We provide a broad range of cost data. What about antibiotics and antiemetics? Yes, we include cost information on those too.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JUNE 25, 2025

It’s a controlled substance and is available only by prescription. Buprenorphine is a synthetic opioid medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute or chronic pain and opioid addiction.

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The FDA Law Blog

APRIL 22, 2025

An Immediate Suspension Order is served along with an Order to Show Cause, allowing you to challenge DEAs determination that your registration should be revoked, but it takes away your ability to handle controlled substances while your case is pending.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 10, 2025

Drug paraphernalia includes all equipment, products, and materials of any kind intended for manufacturing, using, or storing controlled substances. Under Pennsylvania law, possession of drug paraphernalia is prohibited. Possession of drug paraphernalia in Pennsylvania constitutes an ungraded misdemeanor offense.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 2, 2025

That’s because, like Adderall , Vyvanse is a controlled substance. However, many of the same plans will cover generic Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate). Plan guidelines may also impose quantity limits , which are restrictions on the amount you can get per month.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 20, 2025

Its typically only prescribed short-term. Plus, like any other stimulant, phentermine may cause cardiovascular side effects, which include an increase in heart rate, blood pressure, and heart arrhythmia, Dr.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JANUARY 20, 2025

Thats why the Drug Enforcement Administration has classified it as a Schedule IV controlled substance. Consequently, prolonged use of phentermine may increase the risk of developing drug dependency, Drs. Roman and Morkos say.

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The FDA Law Blog

JUNE 3, 2025

By Larry K. Houck We appreciate receiving feedback on our blog posts. We received a response to our post on the prescribing red flags indicating the likelihood of certain prescriptions filled by Walgreens pharmacies were invalid because they lacked a legitimate medical purpose or were not issued in the usual course of professional practice.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 10, 2025

They’re both available in generic versions and are both Schedule II controlled substances with a high potential for substance misuse. However, these stimulant medications have different active ingredients and durations of action.

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The FDA Law Blog

MARCH 24, 2025

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), based on the federal Controlled Substances Acts (CSAs) Eight Factor Analysis, recommended that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reschedule marijuana from schedule I to schedule III. Schedules of Controlled Substances: Rescheduling of Marijuana, 89 Fed. By Larry K.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 2, 2025

Some plans may also place quantity limits on Vyvanse, since it’s a stimulant and a controlled substance , similar to Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine). The only way to know for sure is to check your specific formulary or contact the insurance company directly.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JUNE 16, 2025

It has a number of off-label uses, such as treating substance use disorders. While it requires a prescription, topiramate is not considered a controlled substance. It is also used to help manage migraine headaches, as a mood stabilizer in psychiatric patients, and for chronic weight management.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 3, 2025

Testosterone cypionate is a Schedule III controlled substance due to its risk of misuse and abuse. It can also cause physical dependence and withdrawal symptoms, such as depressed mood, fatigue, and loss of appetite, if it is stopped too abruptly.

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The Checkup by Singlecare

JULY 11, 2025

Keep in mind that phentermine in Qsymia is labeled as a controlled substance since it’s similar to amphetamine and carries a risk of misuse. Drinking in moderation means consuming alcohol in limited amounts, such as one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men. Adding alcohol to the mix could increase this risk.

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The FDA Law Blog

MAY 4, 2025

(IMC Pro), a shipping and logistics company based in North Carolina, agreed to pay $400,000, not a significant amount compared to some recent settlements, but not chump change either, to resolve allegations that it violated the Controlled Substances Act for transshipping precursor chemicals. of 1-BOC-Piperidone and 138.66

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OctariusRx

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Earlier this year, we discussed Nursing Medication Calculations, Medication safety and Controlled Substances to help your staff hone their skills and let you assess their abilities. As usual, the quiz is continually updated and comes with a complete answer key to make grading easier.

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OctariusRx

OCTOBER 28, 2024

My presentation focused on current topics in medication management, including patient safety, safe injection practices and controlled substances. A special thank you to MAASC President, Greg DeConciliis for the invitation to participate. As always, the most rewarding part of the conference was seeing old friends and meeting new ones.

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The FDA Law Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

23, 2025), DEA reviewed evidence from an administrative hearing and upheld the Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) recommended decision to revoke the registration of a pharmacy that DEA alleged dispensed controlled substances to patients without resolving numerous red flags of diversion.

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Drug Topics

MARCH 23, 2024

Pharmacists must uphold their “corresponding responsibility” to address controlled substance concerns among patients while balancing safety and respect, said Mark Garofoli at this year’s American Pharmacists Association Annual Meeting & Exposition.

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Drug Topics

JULY 24, 2023

Filling a prescription for a controlled substance requires more oversight than the average prescription.

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Drug Topics

APRIL 15, 2025

Mark Garofoli, PharmD, MBA, BCGP, CPE, CTTS, discusses effective strategies for balancing excellent patient care with strict regulations surrounding controlled substances.

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The FDA Law Blog

APRIL 11, 2025

By Andrew J. Hull Last month, we blogged on the Department of Justices (DOJ) abrupt announcement that it had determined that removal restrictions protecting administrative law judges (ALJs) were unconstitutional and that DOJ would no longer defend those removal restrictions in court.

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Drug Topics

OCTOBER 26, 2024

The Drug Enforcement Administration gives controlled substance licenses, and can just as easily take them away.

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Drug Topics

MARCH 24, 2025

Emily Leppien, PharmD, BCPS, BCPP, clinical associate professor of pharmacy practice at Binghamton University, discusses identifying potential red flags for substance use disorder.

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Drug Topics

JANUARY 20, 2025

The lawsuit alleges Walgreens has been filling prescriptions in violation of the Controlled Substances Act since 2012.

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Drug Topics

AUGUST 17, 2023

Each year, drug diversion is estimated to cost the US health care system an estimated $70 billion. Outside of these costs, drug diversion poses a significant risk to patient safety and patient’s communities.

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Drug Topics

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Joel Ferre, JD, Assistant United States Attorney in Utah, led a discussion covering the DEA and pharmacies’ roles in reporting red flags when dispensing medication.

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The FDA Law Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Houck — Separate decisions by federal district courts in Texas and Puerto Rico in the past two months provide cautionary tales for every pharmacy and wholesale distributor dispensing or distributing controlled substances. On October 10th, based on ability to pay, the U.S. 6, 2023 ( DOJ Press Release ). Zarzamora Press Release.

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