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Key Facts: AL MPJE Exam

120

Questions

100 scored + 20 pretest

Passing Score

NABP scaled score

2.5h

Exam Time

Pearson VUE

4:1

Tech Ratio

AL max

24h/2yr

CE Required

AL renewal

$270

Exam Fee

NABP 2026

The AL MPJE covers federal pharmacy law (DEA, FDA, CSA, HIPAA) and Alabama-specific regulations including PDMP mandatory checks, 7-day initial opioid supply limit, naloxone standing orders, generic substitution rules, collaborative practice agreements, 24h/2yr CE, and 4:1 technician ratio.

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1Under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which DEA schedule includes drugs with the highest potential for abuse and no currently accepted medical use?

A.Schedule I

B.Schedule II

C.Schedule III

D.Schedule IV

Explanation: Schedule I substances have a high potential for abuse, no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, and a lack of accepted safety for use under medical supervision. Examples include heroin, LSD, and MDMA.

2A DEA Form 222 is required for the transfer of which schedule of controlled substances between registrants?

A.Schedule II only

B.Schedules II and III

C.Schedules III through V

D.All controlled substances

Explanation: DEA Form 222 (or its electronic equivalent under CSOS) is required for the distribution and transfer of Schedule II controlled substances between DEA registrants. Schedules III-V can be transferred using invoices with specific record-keeping requirements.

3Under federal law, what is the maximum number of refills allowed for a Schedule III controlled substance prescription?

A.No refills allowed

B.Up to 3 refills within 6 months

C.Up to 5 refills within 6 months

D.Up to 5 refills within 1 year

Explanation: Federal law allows up to 5 refills for Schedule III-V controlled substance prescriptions within 6 months from the date the prescription was issued. Schedule II prescriptions cannot be refilled.

4The Durham-Humphrey Amendment of 1951 established which key distinction in drug classification?

A.Generic vs. brand-name drugs

B.Prescription (legend) vs. over-the-counter drugs

C.Controlled vs. non-controlled substances

D.Biological vs. chemical drugs

Explanation: The Durham-Humphrey Amendment to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDCA) established the distinction between prescription (legend) drugs and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.

5Under OBRA '90, pharmacists participating in Medicaid programs are required to perform which of the following?

A.Drug utilization review and patient counseling

B.Compounding of specialty medications

C.Verification of patient insurance

D.Annual inventory of controlled substances

Explanation: The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 (OBRA '90) mandated that pharmacists provide drug utilization review (DUR) and offer to counsel Medicaid patients on their prescriptions.

6The Poison Prevention Packaging Act (PPPA) requires child-resistant packaging for most prescription drugs. Which of the following is an exemption?

A.Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets

B.Amoxicillin capsules

C.Metformin tablets

D.Lisinopril tablets

Explanation: Sublingual nitroglycerin tablets are exempt from child-resistant packaging requirements under the PPPA because they require immediate access in emergency cardiac situations.

7What is the primary purpose of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA)?

A.Regulate direct-to-consumer advertising

B.Create an electronic system to track and trace prescription drugs

C.Establish drug pricing transparency

D.Monitor pharmacy benefit manager practices

Explanation: The DSCSA establishes requirements for an electronic, interoperable system to identify and trace certain prescription drugs as they are distributed in the United States to protect consumers from exposure to drugs that may be counterfeit, stolen, contaminated, or otherwise harmful.

8Under HIPAA, a pharmacy may disclose protected health information (PHI) without patient authorization for which purpose?

A.Marketing of new pharmaceutical products

B.Treatment, payment, and healthcare operations

C.Employment background checks

D.Sale of patient mailing lists

Explanation: HIPAA permits disclosure of PHI without patient authorization for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations (TPO). Other disclosures generally require written patient authorization.

9How often must a pharmacy conduct an inventory of Schedule II controlled substances according to DEA regulations?

A.Monthly

B.Quarterly

C.Biennially (every 2 years)

D.Annually

Explanation: DEA regulations require a complete inventory of all controlled substances (Schedules II-V) at least every two years (biennially). The initial inventory must be taken on the date the registrant first engages in the activity.

10A pharmacist discovers a significant loss of Schedule II controlled substances. Which DEA form must be filed?

A.DEA Form 41

B.DEA Form 106

C.DEA Form 222

D.DEA Form 224

Explanation: DEA Form 106 (Report of Theft or Significant Loss of Controlled Substances) must be filed when a pharmacy discovers a significant loss or theft of controlled substances.

About the AL MPJE Exam

The Alabama MPJE tests knowledge of federal pharmacy law and Alabama-specific pharmacy regulations under Ala. Code Title 34 Chapter 23. Required alongside the NAPLEX for pharmacist licensure in Alabama.

Exam sponsor: NABP / AL Board of Pharmacy. The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

120 questions

Time Limit

2.5 hours

Passing Score

75 (scaled score)

Exam / Certification Fees

$270

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Not publicly reported. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

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NABP / AL Board of Pharmacy: official exam information

Our practice resources: topics covered

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22%

Licensure & Personnel

Pharmacist qualifications, intern/technician requirements, license renewal, disciplinary actions

33%

Pharmacist Practice

Prescription requirements, counseling, controlled substance rules, collaborative practice agreements

24%

Dispensing Requirements

Generic substitution, prescription transfers, DUR, labeling, PDMP checking

21%

Pharmacy Operations

Controlled substance records, compounding standards, pharmacy permits, automated dispensing

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Passing score: 75 (scaled score)
Exam length: 120 questions
Time limit: 2.5 hours
Exam / certification fees: $270 Official sources

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AL MPJE: Suggested Study Strategy

1Study Ala. Code Title 34 Chapter 23 for Alabama-specific pharmacy regulations

2Master DEA controlled substance schedules, forms (222, 106, 41), and corresponding responsibility

3Know Alabama PDMP requirements and mandatory query triggers for Schedules II-V

4Review Alabama naloxone standing order and collaborative practice agreements

5Understand federal vs. state law conflicts — the more restrictive law prevails

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AL MPJE passing score?

The Alabama MPJE requires a scaled score of 75. The exam has 120 questions (100 scored, 20 pretest) over 2.5 hours at Pearson VUE.

What Alabama laws are tested?

The AL MPJE covers Ala. Code Title 34 Chapter 23, Board of Pharmacy rules, PDMP requirements, collaborative practice, and state-specific dispensing/controlled substance regulations.

What is the technician ratio in Alabama?

Alabama allows a 4:1 technician-to-pharmacist ratio. Technicians must be registered with the Alabama Board of Pharmacy and work under direct pharmacist supervision.

How many CE hours does Alabama require?

Alabama requires 24 hours of ACPE-accredited continuing pharmacy education per 2-year renewal period.

What is Alabama's initial opioid supply limit?

Alabama limits initial opioid prescriptions for acute pain to a 7-day supply under the state's Opioid Prescription Act.

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