TEXAS PHARMACY TECHNICIAN LICENSING LEVEL II
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
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1. Which of the following is considered a Schedule II controlled
substance?
A. Alprazolam
B. Codeine cough syrup
C. Oxycodone
D. Diazepam
Schedule II drugs have a high potential for abuse and dependence;
oxycodone is classified as Schedule II.
2. What is the maximum refill allowed for a Schedule III prescription?
A. None
B. 3 months
C. 5 times within 6 months
D. 12 months
Schedule III prescriptions may be refilled up to 5 times within 6 months
from the date issued.
3. Which auxiliary label is required for tetracycline capsules?
A. Take with food
B. Take with a full glass of water and avoid sunlight
C. Refrigerate
D. Take on an empty stomach only
Tetracycline can cause photosensitivity and may cause esophageal
irritation if not taken with sufficient water.
,4. What is the generic name for Lipitor?
A. Simvastatin
B. Pravastatin
C. Rosuvastatin
D. Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin is the generic name for Lipitor, a commonly prescribed
statin.
5. A patient presents a prescription for amoxicillin 500 mg TID for 10
days. How many capsules are needed?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 40
3 doses per day × 10 days = 30 capsules.
6. Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of ACE
inhibitors?
A. Cough
B. Hyperkalemia
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Dizziness
ACE inhibitors may cause cough, hyperkalemia, and dizziness, but
hypoglycemia is unrelated.
7. What is the proper storage for insulin vials?
A. Room temperature indefinitely
B. Refrigerated at 36–46°F (2–8°C)
C. Frozen
D. Exposed to sunlight
Insulin should be stored in the refrigerator to maintain potency.
, 8. Which form of medication is absorbed fastest?
A. Capsule
B. Tablet
C. Liquid
D. Extended-release
Liquids are absorbed faster than solid dosage forms due to pre-
dissolution.
9. What is the maximum amount of pseudoephedrine a patient can
purchase in a single day?
A. 1 gram
B. 3.6 grams
C. 5 grams
D. 7.5 grams
Federal law limits pseudoephedrine purchases to 3.6 grams per day per
individual.
10. Which type of prescription is valid for a controlled substance?
A. Oral, written, fax, or electronic depending on schedule
B. Written or electronic for all schedules; oral for Schedule III-V
C. Written only
D. Oral only
Schedules III-V may be called in, while Schedule II requires a written or
electronic prescription.
11. A prescription reads: “Take 1 tab q6h PRN pain.” How often is the
patient instructed to take the medication?
A. Every 4 hours
B. Every 8 hours
C. Every 6 hours as needed
D. Once daily
q6h means every 6 hours, PRN indicates as needed.
EXAM QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
| INSTANT DOWNLOAD
1. Which of the following is considered a Schedule II controlled
substance?
A. Alprazolam
B. Codeine cough syrup
C. Oxycodone
D. Diazepam
Schedule II drugs have a high potential for abuse and dependence;
oxycodone is classified as Schedule II.
2. What is the maximum refill allowed for a Schedule III prescription?
A. None
B. 3 months
C. 5 times within 6 months
D. 12 months
Schedule III prescriptions may be refilled up to 5 times within 6 months
from the date issued.
3. Which auxiliary label is required for tetracycline capsules?
A. Take with food
B. Take with a full glass of water and avoid sunlight
C. Refrigerate
D. Take on an empty stomach only
Tetracycline can cause photosensitivity and may cause esophageal
irritation if not taken with sufficient water.
,4. What is the generic name for Lipitor?
A. Simvastatin
B. Pravastatin
C. Rosuvastatin
D. Atorvastatin
Atorvastatin is the generic name for Lipitor, a commonly prescribed
statin.
5. A patient presents a prescription for amoxicillin 500 mg TID for 10
days. How many capsules are needed?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 40
3 doses per day × 10 days = 30 capsules.
6. Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of ACE
inhibitors?
A. Cough
B. Hyperkalemia
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Dizziness
ACE inhibitors may cause cough, hyperkalemia, and dizziness, but
hypoglycemia is unrelated.
7. What is the proper storage for insulin vials?
A. Room temperature indefinitely
B. Refrigerated at 36–46°F (2–8°C)
C. Frozen
D. Exposed to sunlight
Insulin should be stored in the refrigerator to maintain potency.
, 8. Which form of medication is absorbed fastest?
A. Capsule
B. Tablet
C. Liquid
D. Extended-release
Liquids are absorbed faster than solid dosage forms due to pre-
dissolution.
9. What is the maximum amount of pseudoephedrine a patient can
purchase in a single day?
A. 1 gram
B. 3.6 grams
C. 5 grams
D. 7.5 grams
Federal law limits pseudoephedrine purchases to 3.6 grams per day per
individual.
10. Which type of prescription is valid for a controlled substance?
A. Oral, written, fax, or electronic depending on schedule
B. Written or electronic for all schedules; oral for Schedule III-V
C. Written only
D. Oral only
Schedules III-V may be called in, while Schedule II requires a written or
electronic prescription.
11. A prescription reads: “Take 1 tab q6h PRN pain.” How often is the
patient instructed to take the medication?
A. Every 4 hours
B. Every 8 hours
C. Every 6 hours as needed
D. Once daily
q6h means every 6 hours, PRN indicates as needed.
