Which form is used to order C-II controlled substances?

• A. DEA 41
• B. DEA 222
• C. DEA 224
• D. DEA 363

Answer: (B)

Ordering Schedule II controlled substances requires a dedicated DEA form that creates a traceable paper trail for the purchase. The form used for this purpose is DEA Form 222. It’s a triplicate document that authorized registrants—such as pharmacies, hospitals, and practitioners—to specify the drug name, strength, dosage form, and quantity being ordered. Copy 1 goes to the supplier, Copy 2 is sent to the DEA, and Copy 3 remains with the purchaser as a record. This strict form is what allows tracking of controlled substances across the supply chain and helps enforce regulatory controls on drugs with high potential for abuse.

Other forms have different roles: one is used for disposing of controlled substances, another is the registration required to dispense controlled substances, another is for narcotic treatment programs, and another is used by manufacturers/distributors to procure controlled substances. None of those are the standard form for ordering Schedule II substances.