What is the safety requirement for retail schedule C2 drugs?

The requirement for the safety of retail schedule C2 drugs is that if there are 150 units or fewer of these controlled substances, they must be stored in a secure safe. This regulation is in place to prevent unauthorized access and potential misuse or theft of highly regulated medications that have a high potential for abuse.

The specific threshold of 150 units is set to ensure that smaller quantities, which could be easily accessed, are stored in a safe manner. By requiring these drugs to be kept in a safe, it enhances overall security measures within the pharmacy or retail environment.

In situations where the quantity exceeds this limit, while some alternative storage methods may be permitted, there must still be a clear strategy to ensure that these controlled substances do not fall into the wrong hands. Therefore, the stipulation to secure quantities of C2 drugs when they are ≤ 150 units helps maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing controlled substances.