South Carolina Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) Practice Exam

What is an example of a Schedule I (C1) drug?

1. Morphine

2. MDMA

3. Hydrocodone

4. Tramadol

The correct answer is: MDMA

MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act due to its high potential for abuse and lack of accepted medical use in the United States. Schedule I drugs are characterized by their potential to cause severe psychological or physical dependence, and they are deemed to have no accepted clinical indications. This classification is significant in the regulatory context as it imposes strict controls on the manufacturing, distribution, and possession of such substances. In contrast, the other drugs mentioned are classified differently: morphine is a Schedule II substance due to its accepted medical use for pain relief and potential for abuse; hydrocodone is also a Schedule II drug, reflecting its medical use in prescription medications but also its potential for addiction; and tramadol is generally classified as a Schedule IV drug, indicating a lower potential for abuse compared to Schedule I substances.