What is the maximum time allowed for refills on Schedule V prescriptions?

• A. Six months from the written date
• B. One year from the written date
• C. Two years from the written date
• D. Three months from the written date

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is how long a Schedule V prescription remains valid for refills. For Schedule V, the prescription can be refilled up to one year from the date it was written. You can dispense refills during that year as long as you stay within the prescriber’s instructions and any applicable state rules. After one year from the issue date, a new prescription is needed.

This longer one-year window reflects Schedule V’s lower potential for abuse compared with other controlled substances. The other timeframes (six months, three months, or two years) don’t align with the allowed maximum for Schedule V refills, which is why one year is the correct choice.