Which of the following is an example of a Schedule IV drug?

• A. Hashish
• B. Valium
• C. Cocaine
• D. Tylenol with codeine

Answer: (B)

Schedule IV drugs are those with an accepted medical use and a lower potential for abuse and dependence relative to drugs in higher schedules. Valium (diazepam) fits this because it is a medically used benzodiazepine with a lower abuse potential than Schedule II or III drugs, though it can still lead to dependence with misuse. Hashish is commonly Schedule I, meaning no accepted medical use federally. Cocaine is Schedule II due to its high abuse potential. Tylenol with codeine is Schedule III, since it combines an opioid with acetaminophen and has a moderate potential for dependence. Therefore, Valium is the correct example of Schedule IV.