In the United States, which schedule is characterized by having less abuse potential than Schedule III and minimal liability for dependence, and includes many sedative and antianxiety agents?
Explanation
Schedule IV in the U.S. is a category for drugs that have a recognized medical use but a lower potential for abuse and dependence compared to Schedule III drugs. This schedule commonly includes benzodiazepines and other hypnotics.
Other questions
Which agency in the United States classifies controlled substances into five schedules based on their potential for abuse and dependence liability?
According to the U.S. Controlled Substances Schedules, what is the primary characteristic of a Schedule I (C-I) drug?
In the United States, what is the regulation regarding refills for an outpatient prescription of a Schedule II (C-II) controlled substance?
In the United States, if an emergency telephone order is given for a Schedule II (C-II) drug, within how many hours must a written prescription be provided?
What is the maximum number of times a prescription for a U.S. Schedule III (C-III) controlled substance can be refilled?
Within what time period can a U.S. Schedule IV (C-IV) prescription be refilled up to six times?
Which U.S. controlled substance schedule includes drugs with minimal abuse potential, where some products may be available without a prescription to patients over 18 years of age?
According to the Canadian Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), under which schedule do opioids and their derivatives like morphine and heroin fall?
In Canada, amphetamines and related drugs such as methylphenidate and LSD are classified under which schedule?
What is the Canadian classification for barbiturates, anabolic steroids, and benzodiazepines like diazepam?
Under Canadian regulations, what is the rule regarding refills for 'Straight' Narcotics?
In Canada, which of the following drugs, if included in an oral combination product, would prevent it from being classified as a Verbal Prescription Narcotic?
For a product to be considered an 'Exempted Codeine Preparation' in Canada that can be purchased over the counter, what is the maximum amount of codeine permitted per solid oral dosage unit?
In Canada, how many other medicinal ingredients must an Exempted Codeine Preparation contain to be sold over the counter?
Under Canadian regulations for 'Benzodiazepines and Other Targeted Substances', how many times can a prescription be transferred between pharmacies?
Which drug is specifically listed as an illicit substance under Schedule III of the Canadian Act, making it an exception among benzodiazepines?
What is the liability for physical and psychological dependence for a U.S. Schedule II (C-II) controlled substance?
In the United States, how does the abuse potential of Schedule III (C-III) drugs compare to that of Schedule II (C-II) drugs?
Which Canadian schedule includes precursors like pseudoephedrine and salts?
How are prescription transfers for 'Straight' Narcotics handled in Canada?
What type of prescription orders are acceptable for U.S. Schedule III (C-III) controlled substances?
In Canada, under what condition can a prescription for a benzodiazepine be refilled?
Which Canadian drug classification includes oral combination products with one narcotic and two or more non-narcotic ingredients in a therapeutic dose?
What is the rule for refills on a verbal prescription for a 'Controlled Drug - Part 1' in Canada?
What is the maximum amount of codeine permitted per 30 mL of liquid for an 'Exempted Codeine Preparation' in Canada?
What is the requirement for prescriptions of Canadian 'Straight' Narcotics?
Cannabis (marihuana) and its derivatives are placed in which schedule under the Canadian CDSA?
In Canada, how are refills handled for prescriptions for 'Controlled Drugs - Parts 2 and 3'?
Which of the following is an example of a U.S. Schedule II (C-II) controlled substance?
What is the primary difference in how refills are handled for 'Controlled Drugs — Part 1' versus 'Controlled Drugs — Parts 2 and 3' in Canada?
In the United States, which schedule's description includes 'certain nonbarbiturate sedatives, certain nonamphetamine CNS stimulants, and certain opioid analgesics'?
Propylhexedrine falls into which schedule under the Canadian CDSA?
Under Canadian regulations, what is the classification for a single active ingredient product containing a narcotic for parenteral use?
What is the maximum number of refills allowed for a U.S. Schedule IV (C-IV) prescription?
In Canada, which of the following is an example of a 'Verbal Prescription Narcotic'?
What is the key factor that determines if a product is an 'Exempted Codeine Preparation' in Canada?
In the United States, which of the following best describes the process for obtaining a Schedule III controlled substance?
In Canada, how are prescription transfers handled for 'Controlled Drugs - Parts 1, 2, and 3'?
Which is a key difference between U.S. Schedule II and Canadian 'Straight' Narcotic regulations regarding prescriptions?
What does the federal government in the U.S. and Canada categorize a controlled substance as?
In the United States, how are telephone orders for Schedule IV (C-IV) controlled substances handled?
In Canada, what is a condition under which an Exempted Codeine Preparation may NOT be supplied?
What is the primary distinction between the U.S. and Canadian systems for classifying controlled substances?
What type of prescription orders are acceptable for Canadian 'Verbal Prescription Narcotics'?
In the United States, who besides physicians, dentists, podiatrists, and veterinarians may prescribe controlled substances, albeit with state-specific limitations?
Which Canadian drug category refers to all benzodiazepines except for flunitrazepam?
What is the time limit on a prescription's validity for refills of a benzodiazepine in Canada?
In the United States, what type of outpatient prescription is required for Schedule II (C-II) drugs in non-emergency situations?
Which of these drugs is an example of a Canadian 'Controlled Drug - Part 1'?