According to federal law, what is the maximum amount of C5 containing opium a pharmacist can sell within 48 hours?

The maximum amount of a Schedule V medication containing opium that a pharmacist is allowed to sell within a 48-hour period is 240 mL (or 8 ounces). This regulation is in place to prevent abuse and ensure that these medications are dispensed appropriately. Schedule V drugs are considered to have a lower potential for abuse compared to schedules I through IV, but there are still strict limitations on how much can be dispensed to an individual at one time.

Under federal law, specifically the Controlled Substances Act, the regulations articulate the amount that can be sold in a given timeframe to curb misuse and safeguard patient health. Therefore, the limit set at 240 mL allows for patients to receive adequate symptomatic relief while also adhering to the legal framework that governs the sale of controlled substances.