Arkansas Pharmacy Laws and Regulations Practice Exam

Who pays for expenses incurred by the board subsequent to suspicion of finding a misbranded or adulterated drug?

1. The board

2. The claimant

3. The manufacturer

4. The distributor

The correct answer is: The claimant

When there is suspicion of finding a misbranded or adulterated drug, the claimant is responsible for paying for any expenses incurred by the board. This is because the claimant is the one who has made the accusation and initiated the investigation, so they should bear the cost. Option A is incorrect because the board is responsible for conducting the investigation and making a determination, not for paying for any expenses. Option C is incorrect because the manufacturer is responsible for ensuring their drugs are not misbranded or adulterated in the first place, so they would not be required to pay for any expenses in this situation. Option D is also incorrect because the distributor is not responsible for the quality of the drugs, only for distributing them. Thus, they would not be required to pay for any expenses related to discovering potential issues with the drug.