The practitioner may delegate transmittal of prescription renewal information on all other prescriptions to an agent. However, the practitioner assumes responsibility for that agent's actions in regards to such transmittal. Such contact should be arranged as soon as mutually convenient. The name, strength, and quantity of the drug must be included. The full instructions should be included on the prescription.
Patients often forget verbal instructions.
The prescription must be dated. The signature must be legible. A statement is a formal position of the College with which members shall comply.