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What is the maximum duration of a prescription for a Schedule I narcotic that a pharmacist can generally dispense for in Canada, without specific provincial regulations otherwise?

Federal regulations typically limit initial fills and refills of Schedule I narcotics to 30 days. Provincial regulations may further restrict this for certain d

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Question: What is the maximum duration of a prescription for a Schedule I narcotic that a pharmacist can generally dispense for in Canada, without specific provincial regulations otherwise?

Answer options:

  • 7 days
  • 14 days ✅ 30 days
  • 90 days

Correct answer: 30 days

Explanation: Federal regulations typically limit initial fills and refills of Schedule I narcotics to 30 days. Provincial regulations may further restrict this for certain drugs.

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