How long are refills good for

Prescriptions for non-controlled drugs are generally valid for 1 year after the date it was written. A controlled substance listed in Schedule II expires 6 months from the date written. After the prescription expires, the pharmacist must obtain authorization from your Doctor.

This can vary from state to state. Many prescriptions can be refilled for up to 18 months after it has been dropped off at your local pharmacy as long as there are refills available. Controlled medications can only be refilled for up to one year. Unfortunately, the answer to this question is no. Your doctor cannot write you a prescription for an indefinite amount of time. Even if you have refills on your prescription you will only be able to refill the prescription for up to 18 months or 1 year depending on the medication.

This time frame begins from the day it was brought to the pharmacy. This limit, although frustrating, is for your own protection. Any quality medical practice will make sure they book a consultation with you for further evaluation prior to writing out another prescription. Prescriptions can be written to avoid unnecessary trips to the pharmacy and if you have a long term condition which requires a daily program of medication, for instance; high cholesterol, your doctor can write you a prescription for 90 days on each fill.

This results in a prescription for 90 days with 3 refills, which provides you with enough of your medication to last a whole year. Maybe you had an infection 6 months ago, and are now suffering similar symptoms and wondering if your prescription is still valid?

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About the College's mandatory Medication Safety Program for pharmacies. Important policies and guidelines for pharmacy practice. The laws on how long prescriptions can be filled for are for your protection. It is important to see the doctor for re-assessment to ensure the medication prescribed is still appropriate for you! Bay 5, Saint Edward Blvd. When my doctor writes me a prescription how long is it good for?

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