What is the maximum allowable supply of controlled substances other than Schedule II in Hawaii?

In Hawaii, the law permits the maximum supply of controlled substances that are not classified as Schedule II to be a 90-day supply. This regulation aims to balance patient needs for chronic therapy with the necessity of managing and monitoring the distribution of these medications to prevent misuse or diversion.

Schedule II substances have stricter controls and limitations due to their higher potential for abuse; hence, they typically have more stringent dispensing regulations, often not allowing for refills. For other schedules, allowing up to 90 days serves to facilitate patient adherence to treatment while ensuring that pharmacists and healthcare providers remain vigilant in their dispensing practices.

Practitioners and pharmacists must be mindful of these regulations to ensure they operate within the legal framework established by the state. Accordingly, the choice of 90 days aligns with Hawaii's controlled substances regulations for drugs classified outside of Schedule II.