Manuals

The Drug Enforcement Administration publishes and makes available several manuals that are intended to provide guidance and information on the requirements of the Controlled Substances Act and its implementing regulations. The following manuals are currently under review and will be available soon for viewing online:

• Chemical Handler's Manual
  The 2004 edition was removed because subsequent legislative mandates have greatly altered the information. A current edition is under review. 092908
  
• Pharmacist's Manual (2010)
  
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• Practitioner's Manual - (August 2006)
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• Mid-Level Practitioner's Manual
  (Under Revision - Refer to the Practitioner's Manual for general guidance.  If you have a specific question, contact your local DEA Office for assistance).
  
• Narcotic Treatment Programs (April 2000)
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• Security Outline of the Controlled Substances Act of 1970