Iowa Admin. Code r. 657-23.21

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 8, October 30, 2024

Rule 657-23.21 - Disposal of previously dispensed controlled substances

Controlled substances dispensed to a resident in a care facility and subsequently requiring disposal due to discontinuance of the drug, death of the resident, or other reasons necessitating disposal shall be disposed of by one of the following methods. Controlled substances shall not be returned to a pharmacy for disposal.

(1)Disposal in the facility. A licensed health care professional (pharmacist, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse) may dispose of controlled substances in witness of one other responsible adult. The professional disposing of the drug shall prepare and maintain a readily retrievable record of the disposition which shall be clearly marked to indicate the disposition of resident drugs. The record shall include, at a minimum, the following:

a. Resident name and unique identification or number assigned by the dispensing pharmacy to the prescription;

b. The name, strength, and dosage form of the substance;

c. The quantity disposed of;

d. The date the substance is disposed of;

e. The signature or uniquely identifying initials or other unique identification of the professional and the witness;

f The name and address of the dispensing pharmacy or the dispensing practitioner.

(2)Authorized collection program within a facility. Pharmacies registered with DEA as authorized collectors may install and manage a collection receptacle in a care facility for the purpose of disposal of unwanted medications, including prescription drugs and controlled substances, pursuant to federal regulations.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 657-23.21

ARC 0749C, IAB 5/29/2013, effective 7/3/2013

Amended by IAB February 17, 2016/Volume XXXVIII, Number 17, effective 3/23/2016

Amended by IAB June 20, 2018/Volume XL, Number 26, effective 7/25/2018