On the PTCB exam™, you will likely be asked to identify DEA Schedule drugs. It's vital to know which of the top 200 drugs are controlled and what level of addiction potential they have. The most common mistake pharm tech students make is confusing DEA Schedule III drugs as DEA Schedule II.
Oxycodone/APAP
Dexmethylphenidate
Methylphenidate
Oxycodone
Lisdexamfetamine
Fentanyl
Methadone
Meperidine
Hydrocodone/APAP
Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine
Percocet®
Focalin®
Concerta®
OxyContin®
Vyvanse®
Duragesic®
Dolophine®
Demerol®
Vicodin®
Adderall®
Pain Relief
A.D.H.D.
A.D.H.D.
Pain Relief
A.D.H.D.
Narcotic Analgesic
Anti-addictive
Narcotic Analgesic
Pain Relief
ADHD / Narcolepsy
Buprenorphine + Naloxone
Codeine / APAP
Testosterone
Suboxone®
Tylenol® #2,3,4
AndroGel®
Opiate Addiction
Pain Relief
Low T (testosterone)
Zolpidem
Alprazolam
Clonazepam
Carisoprodol
Diazepam
Lorazepam
Eszopiclone
Temazepam
Phentermine
Tramadol
Ambien®
Xanax®
Klonopin®
Soma®
Valium®
Ativan®
Lunesta®
Restoril®
Adipex® P
Ultram®
Insomnia
Anti-Anxiety
Anti-Anxiety
Muscle Relaxer
Anti-Anxiety
Anti-Anxiety
Sleep Aid
Sleep Aid
Weight Loss
Pain Relief
The DEA Sch. Drugs listed above are from the Top 200 list, and this is just a partial list of those Schedule Drugs. For the purpose of studying for the PTCB exam™, please consult your particular program's requirements. A full list of controlled substances can be found on the Drug Enforcement Website.
List of DEA scheduled Drugs - Top of page
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