What does DAW 6 mean in the context of prescription fulfillment?

DAW 6, which stands for "Dispense as Written - Override," indicates a specific directive in prescription fulfillment. This code is used when the prescriber has indicated that a substitution is allowed under certain conditions, but the pharmacy must apply a clinical override to dispense that medication. It means that while there is a general allowance for substitution, there are certain clinical considerations that must be evaluated before proceeding with the substitution.

In this context, it is important to understand that the presence of a DAW 6 does not outright prohibit substitutions but signifies that additional review or clinical judgment is required before the pharmacy can fulfill the prescription in a way that deviates from what was originally prescribed. This is distinct from other DAW codes which may signal outright prohibitions or requirements for approval without the need for a clinical review.