Abstract: A prescription pad comprises a plurality of units each comprising an associated preprinted prescription leaf and preprinted check leaf; the preprinted prescription leaf bears a preprinted prescription for a distinct pharmaceutical product as well as a zone for entry of patient information and a zone for entry of the signature of the prescribing physician; the check leaf bears on one face a preprinted check in favor of a dispensing pharmacist, and has a value based on the value of the prescribed product and a dispensing fee, and has an endorsing zone preprinted with a dispensing acknowledgement legend relating to the preprinted prescription with an entry portion for entry of the endorsing signature of the dispensing pharmacist; the check leaf is preferably coded to identify the physican.

Abstract: An assembly for incorporation in a binder assembly facilitates distribution of free starter sample dosages of prescription pharmaceuticals to patients; in particular, the starter dosage is dispensed by a pharmacist based on a preprinted prescription form completed by a physician; the form includes a control stub which is completed and removed by the pharmacist who then presents it to a control body for reimbursement; the control body collates particulars of sample dosages prescribed.