Controlled drugs

Controlled Drugs require strict management to prevent misuse and ensure patient safety. Healthcare professionals should report incidents involving controlled drugs, such as errors, loss, or theft.

Please refer to the guidance on reporting Controlled Drug (CD) Incidents and Concerns for more information.

To report a controlled drug incident or to request the destruction of controlled drugs, please visit  www.cdreporting.co.uk.

Refer to the CQC GP mythbuster on the management of controlled drugs in general practice and primary care networks.