PTCE Pharmacy Technician

Category - Inventory

During the biennial controlled substance inventory, you come across an open 2000-count bottle of tramadol tablets. Which of the following is true for this medication?
  1. You must count it by hand because it is a Schedule II medication
  2. You must count it by hand because it is a Schedule III medication in a 2000-count bottle
  3. You do not need to count it by hand; the quantity on hand can be simply estimated since it is a Schedule III medication in less than a 1000 count bottle
  4. You do not need to count this item; it is not a federally controlled substance
Explanation
Answer: D - Tramadol does not need to be counted for the biennial controlled substance inventory. Although it is a pain medication, it is not a federally controlled substance, so it does not need to be counted for the federal inventory. Some states consider it a controlled substance due to its abuse potential, but it is not included on the federal scheduling system.
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