California Code § 101226(e)(3)(A): Prescription Medication Rules

❌ Common Mistakes

• Accepting verbal instructions from parents to change dosage or timing. Providers think a parent's word overrides the label, but CCLD requires physician-authorized label directions. Inspectors document this as administering medication outside prescribed parameters.
• Failing to note the exact time medication was given in your log. Providers get busy and write 'morning' instead of '8:15 AM.' Inspectors compare log entries against label timing requirements and flag vague entries as incomplete documentation.
• Storing medications past their expiration date or after the prescribed course ends. Providers keep leftover medication 'just in case,' but inspectors check every bottle date and will cite you for having expired prescriptions on site.
• Not having a current Physician's Report (LIC 701) that matches the medications being administered. The prescription label alone isn't enough. Inspectors verify that your health file includes physician authorization specific to administration in a childcare setting.