Washington Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence MPJE Practice Exam

Tramadol is classified as a Schedule IV drug, which means it has a relatively low potential for abuse and addiction when compared to drugs in Schedule II and III. Schedule II drugs have a high potential for abuse and may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence, while Schedule III drugs have a moderate potential for abuse. Not Scheduled, or non-scheduled, means that a drug is not currently regulated by the government and is considered safe for use without a prescription. In the case of tramadol, it is regulated by the government due to its potential for abuse and is classified as a Schedule IV drug.