National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Medical Assistant Practice Test

A drug that is considered to have no accepted medical use would fall under which schedule?

1. Schedule II

2. Schedule I

3. Schedule III

4. Schedule IV

The correct answer is: Schedule I

A drug that is classified as having no accepted medical use falls under Schedule I according to the Controlled Substances Act. This schedule is designated for substances that are deemed to have a high potential for abuse and that lack accepted safe medical use in the United States. Examples of Schedule I drugs include heroin and LSD. In contrast, drugs classified under Schedule II, III, or IV have accepted medical uses, albeit with varying levels of restrictions and potential for abuse. Schedule II drugs, for instance, may be used medically but can lead to severe psychological or physical dependence. Therefore, they are strictly regulated. Schedule III and IV drugs have increasing levels of acceptance for medical uses and lower potential for abuse compared to Schedule II drugs. Understanding the classification of drugs is essential in the medical field for ensuring proper prescribing practices and adherence to legal regulations.