Can dentists prescribe Schedule II drugs for back pain? While they are not able to prescribe Schedule II medications, dentists can prescribe Schedule III-V medications for dental pain. Schedule II drugs are tightly controlled due to their high potential for abuse and dependence, and are typically prescribed by physicians for severe pain. Some examples of Schedule II drugs include oxycodone, fentanyl, and morphine.
Dentists are trained to manage pain associated with dental procedures and conditions, and they typically prescribe non-opioid pain relievers such as ibuprofen or naproxen. In some cases, they may prescribe opioids for severe pain, but these are typically Schedule III-V medications, which have a lower potential for abuse and dependence than Schedule II drugs.
