Question 14

Codeine with acetaminophen is a Schedule III controlled substance.

Codeine with acetaminophen is classified as a Schedule III controlled substance due to its potential for abuse and dependence, but it is considered to have a lower risk compared to Schedule I and II substances.

A) Codeine with acetaminophen

This option is correct as codeine combined with acetaminophen is indeed classified under Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act. This classification reflects its accepted medical use for pain relief while acknowledging that it can lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.

B) Morphine

Morphine is not a Schedule III controlled substance; it is classified as a Schedule II substance. This is due to its high potential for abuse and severe psychological or physical dependence, making it more tightly regulated than Schedule III drugs.

C) Oxycodone

Oxycodone is also classified as a Schedule II controlled substance, similar to morphine. Its high potential for abuse and the risk of severe dependence necessitate stricter regulations compared to Schedule III substances.

D) Fentanyl

Fentanyl is classified as a Schedule II controlled substance as well. Like morphine and oxycodone, it has a high potential for abuse and can lead to severe physical or psychological dependence, placing it in a more restricted category than Schedule III drugs.

Conclusion

Codeine with acetaminophen is the only option that correctly fits the definition of a Schedule III controlled substance, while the other options are classified as Schedule II substances due to their higher potential for abuse and dependence. This distinction is critical in understanding the regulatory framework surrounding controlled substances and their medical use.