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Pharmacy gone mad!!!!
I have been seeing a neurologist for nearly 2 years but he is a very busy doctor. For example. I made an appointment December 2012 and his next available appointment is April 1. He is treating me for a severe ankle sprain and carpel tunnel but because he is so busy I felt that his methods were not working and recently sought out one of the best PMD in my area.
I recently saw the new doctor and was completely honest with him about the medications that were prescibed to me by the busy doctor. He placed me on a different method of treatment that included a higher dose of lortab.He told me that he would be working closely with the busy doctor so that they could both work together to take care of me. I took his presrciptions to my usual pharmacy and did not think anything of it. I picked up my presciptions without event,
A few days later I receieved an automated mesage from Rite saying that my presciption was ready to be picked up. I went to Rite aid and told them that I was there to pick up a prescription. The pharmacist came to the window and was so rude to me. He told me that it was not time for me to pick up that presciption and that they had just filled a presciption of lortab for me. When I tried to explain to him that I had recieved an automated recording and that I was not aware of what med the machine was referring to he went balistic on me and told me that he was going to contact both doctors to let them know that they are both prescibing the same medication for me. I could care less about him contacting the doctors as they are both aware of my presciptions of lortab but will I be "flagged"?
I ony have two doctors that care for me NEW DOCTOR and BUSY DOCTOR and I have never gotten any other presciptions of lortabs outside of me having a baby, no er doctor, no dentist, nothing. Thanks for your honest reply.
I recently saw the new doctor and was completely honest with him about the medications that were prescibed to me by the busy doctor. He placed me on a different method of treatment that included a higher dose of lortab.He told me that he would be working closely with the busy doctor so that they could both work together to take care of me. I took his presrciptions to my usual pharmacy and did not think anything of it. I picked up my presciptions without event,
A few days later I receieved an automated mesage from Rite saying that my presciption was ready to be picked up. I went to Rite aid and told them that I was there to pick up a prescription. The pharmacist came to the window and was so rude to me. He told me that it was not time for me to pick up that presciption and that they had just filled a presciption of lortab for me. When I tried to explain to him that I had recieved an automated recording and that I was not aware of what med the machine was referring to he went balistic on me and told me that he was going to contact both doctors to let them know that they are both prescibing the same medication for me. I could care less about him contacting the doctors as they are both aware of my presciptions of lortab but will I be "flagged"?
I ony have two doctors that care for me NEW DOCTOR and BUSY DOCTOR and I have never gotten any other presciptions of lortabs outside of me having a baby, no er doctor, no dentist, nothing. Thanks for your honest reply.
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This could go either way. The pharmacist was either trying to warn/scare you into just going to original Dr. or he will indeed make the calls. IMO, I doubt this alone will "red flag" you in the system. It will just alert your Dr's of your activity. Since you have been honest, you have nothing to worry about. I would however call old Dr. and tell his nurse that you have seen another Dr. for confirmation of current treatment. These days the Pharm have to be so viligent to keep insurance companies happy as well as not lose their license. Much luck to you.
For those outside the U.S. this doesn't apply to them:)
The mission of the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States.
Controlled substances are put into one of five Schedules
Schedule 1
Substances in this schedule have no currently accepted medical use in the United States, a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision, and a high potential for abuse.
An example of this would marijuana (the actual plant.....not the few FDA approved meds that are components ) or heroin
Schedule 2
Substances in this schedule have a high potential for abuse which may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
Examples of Schedule II narcotics include: hydromorphone (Dilaudid®), methadone (Dolophine®), meperidine (Demerol®), oxycodone (OxyContin®, Percocet®), and fentanyl (Sublimaze®, Duragesic®). Other Schedule II narcotics include: morphine, opium, and codeine.
Examples of Schedule II stimulants include: amphetamine (Dexedrine®, Adderall®), methamphetamine (Desoxyn®), and methylphenidate (Ritalin®).
Other Schedule II substances include: amobarbital, glutethimide, and pentobarbital.
Schedule 3
Substances in this schedule have a potential for abuse less than substances in Schedules I or II and abuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.
Examples of Schedule III narcotics include: combination products containing less than 15 milligrams of hydrocodone per dosage unit (Vicodin®), products containing not more than 90 milligrams of codeine per dosage unit (Tylenol with Codeine®), and buprenorphine (Suboxone®).
Examples of Schedule III non-narcotics include: benzphetamine (Didrex®), phendimetrazine, ketamine, and anabolic steroids such as Depo®-Testosterone.
Schedule 4
Substances in this schedule have a low potential for abuse relative to substances in Schedule III.
Examples of Schedule IV substances include: alprazolam (Xanax®), carisoprodol (Soma®), clonazepam (Klonopin®), clorazepate (Tranxene®), diazepam (Valium®), lorazepam (Ativan®), midazolam (Versed®), temazepam (Restoril®), and triazolam (Halcion®).
Schedule 5
Substances in this schedule have a low potential for abuse relative to substances listed in Schedule IV and consist primarily of preparations containing limited quantities of certain narcotics.
Examples of Schedule V substances include: cough preparations containing not more than 200 milligrams of codeine per 100 milliliters or per 100 grams (Robitussin AC®, Phenergan with Codeine®), and ezogabine.
Hope this helps:) It's always good to learn where your medications fall into which category as each Dr. and Pharmacist have to follow regulations set forth by not only the Federal gov. with the DEA but then every state has their own regulations/laws based on controlled substances.
The mission of the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States.
Controlled substances are put into one of five Schedules
Schedule 1
Substances in this schedule have no currently accepted medical use in the United States, a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision, and a high potential for abuse.
An example of this would marijuana (the actual plant.....not the few FDA approved meds that are components ) or heroin
Schedule 2
Substances in this schedule have a high potential for abuse which may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
Examples of Schedule II narcotics include: hydromorphone (Dilaudid®), methadone (Dolophine®), meperidine (Demerol®), oxycodone (OxyContin®, Percocet®), and fentanyl (Sublimaze®, Duragesic®). Other Schedule II narcotics include: morphine, opium, and codeine.
Examples of Schedule II stimulants include: amphetamine (Dexedrine®, Adderall®), methamphetamine (Desoxyn®), and methylphenidate (Ritalin®).
Other Schedule II substances include: amobarbital, glutethimide, and pentobarbital.
Schedule 3
Substances in this schedule have a potential for abuse less than substances in Schedules I or II and abuse may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.
Examples of Schedule III narcotics include: combination products containing less than 15 milligrams of hydrocodone per dosage unit (Vicodin®), products containing not more than 90 milligrams of codeine per dosage unit (Tylenol with Codeine®), and buprenorphine (Suboxone®).
Examples of Schedule III non-narcotics include: benzphetamine (Didrex®), phendimetrazine, ketamine, and anabolic steroids such as Depo®-Testosterone.
Schedule 4
Substances in this schedule have a low potential for abuse relative to substances in Schedule III.
Examples of Schedule IV substances include: alprazolam (Xanax®), carisoprodol (Soma®), clonazepam (Klonopin®), clorazepate (Tranxene®), diazepam (Valium®), lorazepam (Ativan®), midazolam (Versed®), temazepam (Restoril®), and triazolam (Halcion®).
Schedule 5
Substances in this schedule have a low potential for abuse relative to substances listed in Schedule IV and consist primarily of preparations containing limited quantities of certain narcotics.
Examples of Schedule V substances include: cough preparations containing not more than 200 milligrams of codeine per 100 milliliters or per 100 grams (Robitussin AC®, Phenergan with Codeine®), and ezogabine.
Hope this helps:) It's always good to learn where your medications fall into which category as each Dr. and Pharmacist have to follow regulations set forth by not only the Federal gov. with the DEA but then every state has their own regulations/laws based on controlled substances.
hello, I had the same type of thing happened to me when I switched from my PCP to a pain management doctor and then I was allergic to the first medication he gave me show had a a second prescription a week later for a different type of medication. The pharmacist basically scolded me like a child. And I popped up on the the radar. Hey then switched insurance from Blue Cross to Kaiser and now only go to Kaiser if anyone is familiar with them you know that it's all proprietary there pharmacy there doctors there hospital. I have not had any trouble since. but I was told that a lot of pharmacies are being shut down because the pharmacist are not being careful with multiple prescriptions being filled and they are all under scrutiny. I don't think you have anything to worry about with what you described in your post. I was really caught off guard and thought it was rude and obnoxious of my long time pharmacist to act that way, but after further research in the address in his supervisor I understand why. I do agree that there is always a better way to approach people and customer service is the key. But again I think you are fine.
Hi there...
As mentioned, it is a Pharmacist's job to pick up on any red flag type of behavior and this accidentally caused an issue. A good one should be a part of our healthcare team.
In your case, it seems like an automatic refill on your older Drs. prescription of Lortab came up. This is where it's up to us as patients to know exactly what our prescriptions are and to contact the Pharmacy immediately (along with the new DR.) saying that anything left from the old Dr. should be CANCELLED.....
It's more important to keep track of this when people are on Schedule 3 meds that allow refills. With the medications that I am on which are Schedule 2....there aren't any refills and only a hand delivered prescription can be filled.
You should be fine by having BOTH Drs. contact the head Pharmacist and let them know they are aware of your transition of treatment to the new Dr. and he will from now on be the only one to prescribe this medication. That way the Pharmacy will know you were telling the truth:)
As mentioned, it is a Pharmacist's job to pick up on any red flag type of behavior and this accidentally caused an issue. A good one should be a part of our healthcare team.
In your case, it seems like an automatic refill on your older Drs. prescription of Lortab came up. This is where it's up to us as patients to know exactly what our prescriptions are and to contact the Pharmacy immediately (along with the new DR.) saying that anything left from the old Dr. should be CANCELLED.....
It's more important to keep track of this when people are on Schedule 3 meds that allow refills. With the medications that I am on which are Schedule 2....there aren't any refills and only a hand delivered prescription can be filled.
You should be fine by having BOTH Drs. contact the head Pharmacist and let them know they are aware of your transition of treatment to the new Dr. and he will from now on be the only one to prescribe this medication. That way the Pharmacy will know you were telling the truth:)
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