I have a script I want to get filled but the date on it sasy next week. Can I fill it early or are the dates iron clad?
2007-03-21 07:15:31 · 3 answers · asked by Jon S 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
I dont know why its dated for next week. May have been an error on the doctors part.
2007-03-21 07:20:54 · update #1
It may be that the doctor calculated that you shouldn't run out of your old prescription till next week. It depends on what the prescription is for. If it is a narcotic, you won't be able to fill it early (without the approval of the prescriber), if it is an antibiotic or non-controlled substance, the pharmacist might be willing to fill it early without the approval of the prescriber (he may ask for a valid reason- like you're going out of town). If it's a controlled substance, don't even bother giving a valid reason. Pharmacists have heard every possible excuse.
2007-03-21 07:50:01 · answer #1 · answered by misoma5 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The pharmacist can call the doctor, if he is unwilling to take your word about an error in date.
2007-03-21 07:35:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have to answer a question with a question.
Why did your doctor put next week's date on the prescription?
2007-03-21 07:19:41 · answer #3 · answered by ewetaunt 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋