### Question
How is the "dispense" defined?


### Answer
The term **dispense** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 280g* as follows -

> to deliver a controlled substance to an ultimate user by, or pursuant to the lawful order of, a practitioner, irrespective of whether the dispenser uses the Internet or other means to effect such delivery

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 280g*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER II-GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES > Part P-Additional Programs**

