What is the expiration period for a CII prescription after it has been issued?

The expiration period for a Schedule II (CII) prescription is 30 days from the date it is issued. This means that after the prescriber writes the prescription, the patient must have it filled within this 30-day timeframe; otherwise, the prescription becomes invalid.

This regulation is in place to ensure that prescriptions for drugs with a high potential for abuse are used in a timely manner, minimizing the risk of misuse. It also helps to ensure that the medication is appropriate for the patient's current health condition since prescriptions may become outdated due to changes in treatment needs.

The other expiration periods, such as 60 days, 90 days, and 180 days, do not apply to CII prescriptions and reflect the rules that govern different classes of controlled substances or prescriptions in general. These alternative options might refer to other schedules or specific medication management practices, but they are not applicable to Schedule II drugs as understood in the context of pharmacy laws.