Over-prescribing and Excessive Use of Controlled Substances and Other Prescription Medications (Resolution No. 105-2-09)

May 19, 2009 5:24 pm Topics: Controlled substances and Resolutions

Resolution No. 105-2-09
Title: Over-prescribing and Excessive Use of Controlled Substances and Other Prescription Medications
Action: Passed

Whereas, state boards of pharmacy are aware that prescription medications, including controlled substances, are being over-prescribed and used excessively, contributing to access and abuse, particularly by children; and

Whereas, the over-prescribing and excessive use of prescription drugs compromises patient safety;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that NABP continue its efforts through task forces and consumer awareness programs to address related issues such as medication disposal and consumer education concerning prescription drugs and abuse; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that NABP enlist the assistance of interested stakeholders to communicate the seriousness of this public health concern to patients and health care practitioners, urge prescribers to reduce the incidences of over-prescribing, and urge pharmacists to assist in reducing the excessive use of prescription medications.

(Resolution passed at the NABP 105th Annual Meeting, Miami, FL)