News  Policy 2024-05: Schedules II and III Quantity Limits

Unless otherwise prohibited, M.G.L. 94C § 23(d) has been updated to allow Schedules II and III prescriptions to be written and filled for a 90-day supply for the following:

1. drugs for the treatment of opioid use disorder, such as buprenorphine products;
2. any non-opioids in Schedules II and III, such as stimulants and testosterone; and
3. implantable infusion pumps.

All other Schedule II and III medications (e.g., opioids) may only be filled for a maximum 30-day supply.

This change applies to all pharmacies that dispense into, within, or from Massachusetts.

There is no longer a need to verify diagnoses for narcolepsy, Attention Deficit Disorder (“ADD”), or Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (“ADHD”).

Changes to prescriptions for federally controlled drugs must be discussed with the prescriber. See the Board's policy on permitted prescription changes for more details.

Supersedes Policy 2023-06

Please direct any questions to: Pharmacy.Admin@mass.gov