when a generic form of drug is prescibed, which of the following must be included on the label?
a. generic form name and expiration date
b. generic form name and the brand name
c. generic form name and the prescriber
d. generic form name and the patient's telephone number
I was thinking (b)
What an interesting question! Having worked in a pharmacy and looking at my Rx bottles I find:
a, c, and d. Although b is not on the label perse it IS on the instruction sheet that comes with the vial.
Sra
To determine which information must be included on the label when a generic form of a drug is prescribed, let's break down the answer choices:
a. Generic form name and expiration date: The expiration date is typically included on the label of medication, regardless of whether it is generic or brand name. However, the brand name is not required for a generic prescription.
b. Generic form name and the brand name: This option is incorrect. When a generic drug is prescribed, only the generic form name needs to be included on the label. The brand name is not necessary since the prescription is for the generic version.
c. Generic form name and the prescriber: The prescriber's name is typically included on the label to ensure traceability and accountability. However, this is not specific to generic drug prescriptions and is relevant for all prescriptions, regardless of the form.
d. Generic form name and the patient's telephone number: The patient's telephone number is not typically included on the label. Although it may be on the pharmacy records for contact purposes, it is not a requirement for the label itself.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) - the generic form name and the expiration date.