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ExCPT Review Guide 2025/2026 – 200+ Questions & Verified Answers | DEA Forms, USP <797>, Dosage Forms, HIPAA, Sterile Compounding, OTC Drugs, Federal Law, DAW Codes

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This comprehensive ExCPT Review 2025/2026 study guide includes over 200 fully answered questions, designed to cover the complete range of topics assessed on the ExCPT (Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technicians) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). The document is structured as a detailed Q&A format that reinforces both theoretical knowledge and practical application required in pharmacy practice. The content spans across foundational pharmacy procedures, regulatory compliance, federal law, and sterile and non-sterile compounding. It explains in detail topics such as DEA-controlled substance scheduling, inventory control, sterile cleanroom setup, OTC classification, labeling requirements, insurance claim processing, and dosage conversions. The guide includes sig code translations, abbreviations, DAW codes, and child-specific dosing calculations (e.g., Clark’s Rule). This resource is well-suited for both first-time certification candidates and recertifying pharmacy technicians, as well as educators looking for an extensive, high-yield review. Topics Covered: Controlled Substances & DEA Forms: C-I to C-V schedules, DEA Forms 41 & 222, inventory protocols, emergency prescription rules HIPAA & Federal Compliance: PHI confidentiality, OBRA ’90, child-resistant packaging laws, DEA number validation Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding: USP &lt;797&gt; standards, ISO Class 5 and Class 8 environments, aseptic techniques, beyond-use dates Drug Dosage Forms & Administration Routes: Oral, topical, parenteral, buccal, sublingual, transdermal, otic, ophthalmic, vaginal OTC Drug Categories & Uses: Antacids, antifungals, analgesics, laxatives, antitussives, sleep aids, decongestants Inventory & Labeling Requirements: Unit-dose packaging, receiving inspections, DAW code interpretations, prescription label standards Measurement Systems & Calculations: Metric, Apothecary, Avoirdupois conversions, Clark’s Rule, Fahrenheit–Celsius conversions Insurance & Billing: BIN/PCN, co-pay definitions, plan codes, DAW override scenarios Suitable For: Pharmacy technician students preparing for the ExCPT or other CPhT certification exams Healthcare program enrollees in pharmacology, medical assisting, or health sciences Pharmacy educators and certification instructors seeking exam-focused content Retail and hospital pharmacy interns needing a strong foundation in technician responsibilities Pharmacy professionals updating their knowledge on regulations and compounding procedures This review material provides a holistic understanding of pharmacy technician duties, pairing regulatory knowledge with applied practice. Its structured Q&A format ensures not only retention but also exam-level readiness for real-world pharmacy operations. Keywords: ExCPT 2025, pharmacy technician, DEA Form 41, DEA Form 222, USP 797, HIPAA, OBRA 90, sterile compounding, OTC drugs, medication storage, dosage forms, DAW codes, prescription labeling, inventory control, child-resistant packaging, Clark’s Rule, metric conversions, auxiliary labels, drug scheduling, insurance billing, sig codes, aseptic technique

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Intake Area - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔-where patients leave prescriptions, techs

must scan in a timely manner

-techs are the first to communicate with patients

-keep area clean


1 kg - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔2.2 lbs


Processing Area - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔-where data entry occurs, patient record


-areas for prescriptions that need to be processed, prepared, dispensed,

verified, or intervened with

,-has counting equipment, distilled water, compounding/repackaging

equipment, scales, calculators, containers, labels


Processed Prescription Area - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔where completed

prescriptions are waiting for patient pickup


out window - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔-area designated for patients to pick up

completed prescriptions

-techs have cash register to process payments

-might have a separate area for consultation


Other Areas in the pharmacy - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔administration area for

paperwork

clean room for sterile compounding

area for OTC products

consultation room


Inventory Control: Receiving - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔-verify name, address,

quantity

-check for damage

,-prioritize those products with special care(like temp)

-inspect product for name, brand, quantity, dosage, strength

-sign and date invoice

-check the expiration date

-bring products that are new, discontinued, or on back order to the attention

of pharmacist or management


Inventory Control: Stocking - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔-things that expire first should

be dispensed first

-inspect for broken seals, differences in clarity or color, changes in label

-communicate prescription patterns to team responsible for purchasing to

prevent shortages

-examine for damaged products or recalled items


FDA - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Food and Drug Administration


Who determines the expiration date - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔FDA and

manufacturers


Controlled Subtances - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔medications with abuse potential

and is regulated by the DEA and the Controlled Substances Act(1970)

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, DEA - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Drug Enforcement Administration


Schedule I (C-I) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔High abuse potential and no accepted

medical use, not in pharmacies (heroin, marijuana, LSD)


Schedule II (C-II) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Medical Use, high abuse potential, high

physical or psych dependence (morphine, methylphenidate, secobarbital,

narcotics, amphetamines, and barbiturates)


Schedule III (C-III) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Less abuse potential than schedule II

drugs and moderate/ low physical dependence and high psych

dependence (morphine + opium combinations, nonbarbiturate sedatives,

nonamphetamine stimulants, limited amounts of certain narcotics,

depressants, and central nervous system stimulants )


Schedule IV (C-IV) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Less abuse potential than schedule III

and limited pysch or phys dependence (some sedatives, antianxiety

agents, and nonnarcotic analgesics, phenobarbital, diazepam)


Schedule V (C-V) - 🧠 ANSWER ✔✔Limited abuse potential. Primarily small

amounts of narcotics (codeine) used as antitussives or antidiarrheals.

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