If a Schedule II drug is not in stock, how long does a wholesaler have to fill the order before the DEA 222 form becomes void?

• A. 60 days
• B. 7 days
• C. 30 days
• D. 90 days

Answer: (A)

DEA Form 222 is the document used to order Schedule II controlled substances, and the order on that form must be fulfilled within 60 days from the date shown on the form. If the drug isn’t in stock, the wholesaler still has up to 60 days to complete the fill; if they can’t complete the order in that period, the form becomes void and a new form would be needed to continue the purchase. This 60-day window keeps the process timely and auditable, helping maintain proper control and traceability of these highly regulated substances.