What is the time frame for a practitioner to supply a pharmacy with a written prescription for an emergency CII supply?

A practitioner must provide a pharmacy with a written prescription for an emergency supply of a Schedule II controlled substance within a time frame of 7 days. This requirement is in place to ensure that the practitioner formally documents the prescription for the controlled substance, providing a legal basis for the emergency dispensing that took place without the written prescription initially.

The 7-day limit is critical for maintaining control over controlled substances and to ensure that pharmacists have proper documentation that meets regulatory standards. If the written prescription is not received within this period, the pharmacy is required to notify the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), which underscores the importance of adhering to this specific timeline in the context of controlled substance regulations.