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Definition: Prescription-only medications (POM), as the name suggests, require a prescription from a qualified prescriber.
Prescribers: Initially limited to doctors, POMs can now be prescribed by nurse prescribers, pharmacist prescribers, and other authorized prescribers depending on their training and qualifications.
Similarity: Controlled drugs are also prescription-only medications.
Categories of POM: Include analgesics, antibiotics, medications for heart conditions, and arthritis treatments prescribed by healthcare professionals for diagnosed conditions.
Controlled Drugs: These medications are classified as controlled due to their potency and potential for abuse.
Examples: Categories like opioid derivatives, classified as controlled drugs, require strict regulation and supervision.
Legislation: Controlled drugs are regulated under specific legislation to prevent misuse and ensure they are used appropriately for medical purposes.
