Research Controlled Drug Compliance

The Research Controlled Drug Compliance office supports investigators whose research utilizes Controlled Substances and Dangerous Drugs in maintaining compliance with Federal and Emory policies.

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Highlights

Controlled Drug Compliance Disclosure & Notification Form

Emory requires that any individual using Controlled Substances, List I & II Chemicals, and Dangerous Drugs, collectively known as Controlled Drugs, in Research register with RCDC. This form should be used to request assistance with applying for a GBP Researcher License and pre-registering, disclosing an existing DEA/GBP license, notifying RCDC of a registered location change, or informing RCDC when a Registrant is leaving Emory.

Training

The RCDC office provides tutorials for investigators conducting bench research or animal research using controlled substances or dangerous drugs.

Controlled Substances and Dangerous Drugs

Everything you need to know before starting research with Controlled Substances and Dangerous Drugs

RCDC News

New flyer to Identify Dangerous Drugs

RCDC has put together a new flyer to help you identify if the drug you are planning to use in your research may be considered a "dangerous drug" per the state regulations. This term refers to drugs bought via a prescription or in a list that the Georgia Board of Pharmacy has in their website. Read the flyer to learn more!

Flyer

On Site Destruction by EHSO

EHSO has a new process to the proper destruction of controlled substances. In order to get this service, you need to register and receive training to learn about the process and the appropriate completion of DEA Form 41. Learn more in the below flyer.

Flyer

McKesson requiring DEA CSOS Certificate

March 31, 2025, McKesson will no longer accept paper DEA form 222s for Schedule II orders; instead, a DEA CSOS certificate and pin number will be needed to place orders. Contact RCDC or Emory’s McKesson point of contact, Michael Cecelia at Michael.Cecelia@McKesson.com for assistance in setting up a CSOS account.

Training Resources

View past webinars from our "Managing Controlled Substances & Dangerous Drugs in Research" series here. Each webinar is approximately 30 minutes long and includes a brief presentation followed by audience Q&A. Recordings are available on our Training page.

Recordings