Regulation Section 20

 (5) Every prescription for a drug shall include the following:-

(a) The date;

(b) The name, age and address of the person for whom the prescription is issued;

(c) The name, the generic name, and the quantity of the substance to be supplied;

(d) Adequate directions for the use of the substance prescribed;

(e) The usual signature of the prescriber and his name in legible print form;

(f) The address, telephone number and registration number of the prescriber;

(g) Where the prescription is given by a registered dentist or registered veterinary surgeon or veterinary practitioner, the words "for dental treatment only" or "for treatment of animals only", as the case may require.