Control Substances

The Texas PMP collects and monitors outpatient prescription data for controlled substances dispensed by a pharmacy in Texas. It is a patient care tool that can be used to inform prescribing practice and to address prescription drug misuse, diversion, and overdose.

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Prescriber Training
Prescriber Training

A CME video featuring evidence-based guidelines for using the Texas PMP and communicating effectively with patients.

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TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY
TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY

Find PMP policies, prescription forms, and more at the Texas State Board of Pharmacy PMP Directory.

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Prescriber Toolkit
PRESCRIBER TOOLKIT

Download a toolkit with guidelines for talking with patients about the Texas PMP and the safe and effective alleviation of pain.

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What is the Texas PMP?

PMP Blog

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Jul 2024

How Physicians Like You Use the Texas PMP to Prevent Prescription Drug Misuse and Overdose
In March 2020, the Texas Legislature mandated that physicians check the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) before prescribing opioids, benzodiazepines, barbiturates or carisoprodol.
PMP Blog June24

Jun 2024

Navigate Challenging Conversations Using the Texas PMP Prescriber Toolkit
It can be challenging to talk about safe and effective pain management, potential opioid misuse and the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP). This is especially true when your time with each patient is limited.
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May 2024

Make an Impact on Your Patients and Practice With a Free CME Course
It is a busy afternoon and a patient comes to your office to discuss ongoing pain from a previous injury. You check the Texas Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) and find concerning data indicating potential prescription opioid misuse and a serious risk of overdose. What do you do next?

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