When a drug, such as an antibiotic, is classified as a "legend drug," this means that:
a. the drug may be sold directly to the consumer without a prescription.
b. it is a controlled substance, regulated by law.
c. it is labeled with the caution: "Federal law prohibits dispensing without prescription."
d. it contains extensive information in the package.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is a nonprescription agent.
B Incorrect: Controlled substances are legend drugs, but so are all prescription drugs.
C Correct: All prescription drugs are legend drugs.
D Incorrect: This is not the definition of a legend drug, nor does this statement define what is meant by "extensive."
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