DEA Pharmacist's Manual Practice Test

The identification card that is not acceptable for purchasing pseudoephedrine is the employee badge. Pseudoephedrine is a regulated product due to concerns regarding its use in the illicit manufacture of methamphetamine. When purchasing pseudoephedrine, a government-issued photo ID is typically required to verify the identity and age of the purchaser.

An employee badge may not meet the criteria for acceptable identification because it is not necessarily issued by a government agency and may lack the professional standards required for identity verification. In contrast, an identification card issued by the military, a school with a photo, or an alien registration card are all considered valid forms of identification as they are issued by recognized authorities and typically include a photo and relevant identification information, enabling the pharmacy to comply with federal regulations for the sale of pseudoephedrine.