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Module 2
Section 4 Stock bottle labels
Question | Answer |
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Which term refers to the original packaging in which medications arrive from suppliers? | Stock bottle |
Which term refers to the amount of active ingredient in a medication? | Medication strength |
What statement or symbol must appear on the stock bottle of a medication that is dispensed by prescription only? | A legend statement consisting of one of the following: An RX-only symbol The statement "Caution: Federal law prohibits dispensing without a prescription." |
Why are storage requirements indicated on stock bottle labels? | Medications must be stored within a particular temperature range so they do not break down or lose potency. |
What statement would be found on the label of a topical medication? | For external use only |
What does the symbol C-II on a stock bottle label indicate? | The medication is a Schedule II controlled substance. |
Which number on a stock bottle indicates the batch in which a medication is produced and is helpful in identifying recalled medications? | Lot number |
What do the first five digits of a National Drug Code (NDC) number indicate? | The manufacturer |
What do the sixth through ninth digits of a National Drug Code (NDC) number indicate? | The name, strength, and dosage form of the medication. |
What do the last one or two digits of a National Drug Code (NDC) number indicate? | The package size determined by an FDA code listing |