Read this article to learn more about how to apply for controlled substances from our distribution partners.
| Wholesaler | C2s | C3 - 5s | Waiting Period |
| Auburn | n/a | available directly from wholesaler | - |
| Bloodworth | available directly from wholesaler | YES | 2 - 4 weeks |
| BluPax | n/a | n/a | - |
| Capital Drug | n/a | YES | 6 - 8 weeks |
| IPC | n/a | n/a | - |
| Prescription Supply | available directly from wholesaler | YES | store visit required |
| Second Source Rx | n/a | n/a | - |
| TopRx | available directly from wholesaler | YES | 2 - 4 weeks |
‼️ Please Note: Most wholesalers require you to maintain a ratio of 80% unscheduled drugs/20% scheduled drugs. Ensure all controlled substance orders include unscheduled drugs as well.
‼️ Many wholesalers include monitored drugs (e.g., Bromfed DM, Promethazine DM, Fioricet, etc.) in these calculations.
✅ Bloodworth: To apply to purchase controlled substances from Bloodworth, you must provide the following:
- Pharmacy photos (1. pharmacy area 2. store sign 3. retail area)
- There is an additional 90-day waiting period to apply for C2s
✅ Capital Drug: To apply to purchase C3 - 5s from Capital Drug, you must purchase from Capital Drug at least once a month for 3 consecutive months and complete their controlled substance application (request a copy of the application by emailing sales@pharmacymarketplace.com).
✅ Prescription Supply: A store visit is required to apply to purchase controlled substances from Prescription Supply. Please contact sales@pharmacymarketplace.com for more information.
✅ TopRx: To apply to purchase C3 - 5s from TopRx, you must provide the following:
1. Complete TopRx's controlled substance application (request a copy of the application by emailing sales@pharmacymarketplace.com or see below for a link to the application.)
- If you would like to apply for C2s in addition to C3 - 5s, check the first 4 boxes as pictured below:
2. Provide a 90-day Summary Usage Report for both Controls and Non-Controls (Excel-format Preferred) containing the following:
- Pharmacy Name and Address
- Date Range
- Drug Name/Strength
- NDC
- Number of Prescriptions
- Quantity Dispensed
Email completed TopRx controlled substance applications and 90-day usage reports to sales@pharmacymarketplace.com.
Alternatively, you can complete the controlled substance application on their site by accessing this link: https://questionnaire.toprx.com/
❌ Auburn: Customers can apply to purchase C3 - 5s directly from Auburn by emailing PMPSales@auburnpharm.com
❌ BluPax: BluPax will offer controlled substances beginning in 2025. More details to come.
❌ Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC): IPC does not currently have a DEA license.
❌ Second Source Rx (2SRx): 2SRx does not currently have a DEA license.