Drug Diversion
/ˈdrʌɡ daɪˈvɜːrʒən/
Definitions
- (n.) The unlawful channeling or redirecting of prescription drugs from legal sources to illegal use or sale.
The clinic implemented strict controls to prevent drug diversion among its staff.
- (n.) The act of diverting controlled substances for non-medical purposes within healthcare or pharmaceutical settings.
Drug diversion by hospital employees can lead to criminal prosecution and loss of license.
Forms
- drug diversion
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Commentary
Drug diversion is often prosecuted under controlled substances laws; precise drafting should distinguish between diversion for personal use versus commercial trafficking.
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