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What is the maximum quantity of Schedule I medication that can be typically dispensed on a single prescription in Canada without specific provincial regulations to the contrary?

For most Schedule I medications, there is no federal maximum quantity for a single fill; the quantity is determined by the prescriber based on medical need, tho

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Question: What is the maximum quantity of Schedule I medication that can be typically dispensed on a single prescription in Canada without specific provincial regulations to the contrary?

Answer options:

  • 30-day supply
  • 60-day supply
  • 90-day supply ✅ Quantity determined by prescriber

Correct answer: Quantity determined by prescriber

Explanation: For most Schedule I medications, there is no federal maximum quantity for a single fill; the quantity is determined by the prescriber based on medical need, though provincial regulations may impose limits.

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