In the case of transferring a prescription, if the receiving pharmacy dispenses the original prescription, what must they do with the paper version?

When a prescription is transferred from one pharmacy to another and the receiving pharmacy dispenses the medication, the correct procedure for handling the original paper version of the prescription is to mark it as void. This is crucial because it prevents the risk of that prescription being filled again at the original pharmacy, which could lead to medication overuse or confusion about the prescription's status.

Marking the paper prescription as void signals that the transaction has been completed and helps maintain accurate records for both the original and receiving pharmacies. It is part of the proper documentation process in pharmacy practice, ensuring that there is a clear trail of the prescription's status and preventing any potential discrepancies or legal issues arising from confusion over the validity of the prescription.