Which statement about Schedule II refills is true?

Schedule II controlled substances have very strict regulations regarding prescribing and dispensing. The correct statement is that Schedule II substances cannot be refilled. According to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulations, when a prescriber issues a prescription for a Schedule II drug, it must be filled within a specified timeframe and cannot be refilled at any time.

This regulation is in place to help prevent misuse and diversion of these potentially dangerous medications, which have a high potential for abuse and addiction. Thus, each time a patient needs a supply of the medication, a new prescription must be written by the prescriber.

Partial fillings are allowed under certain circumstances but do not constitute a refill; rather, they are an authorization for a partial amount to be dispensed. The distinction between these terms is crucial for pharmacists, especially when dealing with controlled substances, to ensure compliance with legal standards and to safeguard patient health.