Wisconsin MPJE (Pharmacy Jurisprudence) Practice Exam

How long must records of dispensed prescriptions be kept?

1. 3 years after the date of the last refill

2. 5 years after the date of the last refill

3. 7 years after the date of the last refill

4. 10 years after the date of the last refill

The correct answer is: 3 years after the date of the last refill

Records of dispensed prescriptions must be kept for 3 years after the date of the last refill. This is the standard time frame as required by most states. While options B, C, and D all provide longer time frames, this would not be necessary as 3 years is the standard. Additionally, keeping records for longer than necessary can create unnecessary accumulation and lead to potential privacy concerns if these records are not securely stored and disposed of appropriately.