Definitions and Conditions for Emergency Prescriptions
- "Emergency cases" refer to situations as enumerated above where the need for dangerous drugs is immediate and urgent.
- The prescribing physician must reasonably believe that the delay in procuring official prescription forms will endanger patient’s life or health.
Certification and Documentation Requirements for Physicians
- Physicians must certify key information on the back of the ordinary prescription used, including:
- Nature of emergency
- Time and place of emergency
- Patient's name and address
- The physician must print their full name and address beneath their signature on the prescription.
Mandatory Reporting to the Dangerous Drugs Board
- Within three (3) days of issuing the emergency prescription, the physician must inform the Dangerous Drugs Board in writing.
- This requirement ensures transparency and proper monitoring of dangerous drug use during emergencies.
Legal Effectivity
- The regulation became effective immediately from its adoption date (3 April 1973).
Authority Citing
- The regulation was promulgated under the authority of Section 36(a) and Section 25(b) of R.A. 6425, as amended.
- Signed by Clemente S. Gatmaitan, M.D., M.P.H., Chairman of the Dangerous Drugs Board.