Can a pharmacy fill an e-script for a scheduled III-V medication?

The ability of a pharmacy to fill an electronic prescription (e-script) for a scheduled III-V medication is indeed affirmed under the regulations outlined in 21 CFR 1306.08. This section of the Code of Federal Regulations specifies the requirements for issuing and filling prescriptions, including those for controlled substances.

E-scripts for scheduled medications are allowed as long as they comply with the applicable federal and state laws concerning the transmission and electronic handling of those prescriptions. This includes ensuring that the e-prescribing software meets the security and authentication standards outlined by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). As a result, if a pharmacy is following these regulations and the prescriptions are properly authorized and transmitted through approved technology, they can legally dispense these controlled substances.

This aligns with the evolving practices in pharmacy, supporting the transition toward digital processes that enhance efficiency while maintaining strict adherence to legal requirements.