When issuing a copy of a prescription, which information must be shown on the prescription blank?

• A. The name and address of the pharmacy, be an accurate copy, original number and date
• B. The patient’s name and date of birth only
• C. The prescriber’s license number and DEA number
• D. The pharmacy’s license number and the patient’s address

Answer: (A)

When a copy of a prescription is issued, the priority is to identify the source and maintain a traceable, unaltered record. The prescription blank on the copy must show the name and address of the dispensing pharmacy, be an accurate copy of the original, and include the original prescription number along with the date of the original order. These elements ensure you can verify where the copy came from, that it truly reflects the original, and that there is a clear link to the initial prescription for auditing or reconciliation. Personal details like the patient’s birth date or address, and prescriber or pharmacy license numbers, aren’t required on the copy blank.