What information should be included on a medication label according to pharmacy regulations?

The inclusion of the medication's beyond use date on a medication label is essential according to pharmacy regulations, as it provides critical information about the safe and effective use of the medication. This date indicates the period during which the medication is guaranteed to maintain its potency and safety when stored according to the recommended conditions. After this date, the effectiveness and safety of the medication can no longer be assured, which is crucial for preventing potential harm to the patient.

Other information, while potentially useful in an overall healthcare context, is not typically mandated on medication labels. For example, the patient's age, pharmacy's opening hours, and prescriber’s specialty may not be relevant for the labeling of the medication itself. Instead, the focus is on ensuring that patients and healthcare providers have the necessary information about the medication's use, administration, and stability, which culminates in the critical aspect of the beyond use date being featured prominently on the label. This supports proper medication management and patient safety.