Is Diazepam Legal in Puerto Rico? Yes — With a Prescription (Schedule IV)

Diazepam (Valium) is legal in Puerto Rico with a valid prescription. As a US territory, Puerto Rico follows federal Controlled Substances Act scheduling: diazepam is Schedule IV — low abuse potential, accepted medical use, but regulated.

Requirements

• Valid prescription from a PR-licensed physician (or DEA-registered mainland doctor via telehealth if permitted).
• Prescription must include: patient name, drug name, strength, quantity, directions, prescriber DEA number, date.
• Fill at a licensed pharmacy — present original Rx; ID verified.
• Refills: Max 5 refills within 6 months (federal limit for Schedule IV).

Key Points

• No recreational use — possession without Rx is a federal crime.
• Traveling: Carry Rx in original bottle; declare if entering US mainland (TSA allows meds).
• Doctors monitor: Regular follow-ups required for continued prescribing.
• Alternatives: Non-benzo options (SSRIs, buspirone, CBT) often preferred for anxiety due to dependence risk.

Local Context

Puerto Rico's opioid/benzo prescribing rates have been scrutinized; the PR Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) tracks controlled substance dispensing. Physicians must check PDMP before prescribing.

This is information, not legal/medical advice. Consult a PR-licensed attorney or physician for your situation.