Resources

A number of resources provide information about the Nova Scotia Prescription Monitoring Program's legislative framework, activities and plans. We are pleased to share these resources to improve understanding of the Program and to facilitate working with stakeholders to promote the appropriate use, and reduce the abuse and misuse, of monitored drugs in Nova Scotia.

To gain better insight into the program's objectives and intiativies, please click on any one of the Resources menu items.

Additional Resources
 

Medical Consultant: Dr. Peter MacDougall

The NSPMP’s Medical Consultant, Dr. Peter MacDougall, is available as a resource to healthcare professionals, the Program, and the Program’s committees.

Drugs Requiring the Use of a Duplicate Prescription

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The Program monitors any drug that is a controlled drug under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Canada) and is listed in the Schedules of that Act except testosterone when compounded for topical application for local effect and benzodiazepines. *Please note that this list may not be all inclusive. Some drug names may not be listed if there are no currently marketed products available or if the product is new to the market.