Manitoba Pharmacy Jurisprudence Practice Exam

Methadone is a powerful narcotic medication used to treat pain and opioid addiction. Due to its nature, it cannot be prescribed verbally or over the phone. This would not only be unsafe for the patient but also illegal. Methadone is a Schedule II controlled substance, which means it has a high potential for abuse and can only be prescribed by a DEA registered prescriber in a written prescription form. Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect because they suggest that methadone can be prescribed verbally, in emergencies, or by any prescriber. This is not the case and such practices can be dangerous and illegal. Option B is the correct answer as it acknowledges the fact that methadone cannot be prescribed verbally.