What must be included on a prescription for Schedule 3-5 drugs?

For prescriptions concerning Schedule 3-5 drugs, it is essential that they be signed by the prescriber to be valid. This signature serves as a verification of the prescriber’s authorization and compliance with legal requirements. The signature indicates that the prescriber has personally approved the medication for the patient, which is a critical component in ensuring safe and appropriate use of controlled substances.

In terms of prescription requirements, while the other options may seem relevant, they are not mandated for the validity of Schedule 3-5 prescriptions. The sex of the patient, while sometimes included for demographic purposes, is not a legal requirement. Similarly, the patient's address is not necessary on the prescription itself, although it may be collected by the pharmacy for record-keeping and identification purposes. Lastly, a pharmacist's signature is not required on the prescription form; instead, it is the pharmacist's responsibility to verify the prescription upon dispensing rather than endorsing the prescription as valid. The key requirement remains the prescriber’s signature to ensure that the prescription meets legal standards for controlled substances.