Tag: Pharmacy red flags

Millions of Americans affected by the opioid crisis rely on buprenorphine as a life-saving medication-assisted treatment. However, recognizing what is a red flag of buprenorphine prescribing is crucial for ensuring patient safety and preventing diversion and misuse.

According to the DEA, pharmacists have a “corresponding responsibility” to ensure that controlled substances are dispensed only for a legitimate medical purpose. This legal obligation means a pharmacist must identify and resolve red flags, which are specific warning signs of potential drug abuse or diversion, before dispensing a prescription.