Am I required to make a record of Sativex in the controlled drugs register?
Under the general open licence Sativex is also exempt from the record keeping requirements. Although pharmacists are not legally required to keep a record in the controlled drug register they can make entries for the purpose of maintaining an audit trail. What are the storage requirements for Sativex? For storage purposes if a lockable fridge is available pharmacists are required by the Home Office to store Sativex in this fridge. In the absence of a lockable fridge Sativex should be stored in a fridge in a secure location and away from public view. Sativex should be stored upright in the fridge (2-8°C) prior to opening and once opened stored upright at room temperature for a maximum of 42 days. What preparations are available for supply? Pharmacists should consult the doctor if a prescription is received for the unlicensed form as the licensed form is now available and is the preferred product. The prescription will need to be amended by the prescriber regarding the number of packs an
