Be Vigilant With Rxs Written by a Prescriber for Themselves or Family
Can prescribers write Rxs for themselves, family, friends, etc?
It depends on the situation, med, and your provincial standards.
Medical associations and most provincial medical boards generally frown on this "casual prescribing"...mainly because personal feelings may affect professional judgment and it can be tricky to discuss sensitive info.
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