Final answer:
A practitioner may issue multiple prescriptions for a CII medication to cover a 90-day supply, but each prescription must be filled within 30 days of the written date. State laws may further restrict or regulate this ability. Compliance with all regulations and patient safety must be prioritized.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question of whether a practitioner can give a 90 days supply of a Schedule II (CII) medication is subject to both federal law and the laws of the state in which the prescription is being written. Under the Controlled Substances Act, CII prescriptions must generally be filled and dispensed within 30 days of the date the prescription was written, and federal law prohibits refills of CII medications. However, a practitioner may provide multiple prescriptions for a CII medication, authorizing up to a 90 days supply, written on the same day with instructions to the pharmacy to fill each prescription on specific dates. Each state may have additional regulations, and in some cases might be more restrictive, so it is crucial to consult local laws and regulations. The attempt to provide convenience to patients must always be balanced with regulatory compliance and the safety concerns associated with controlled substances.