Pharmacists disciplined for drug use

Three pharmacists were disciplined recently for diversion or misuse of drugs, according to a report by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy last month. Robert H. Bentz, Annandale, allowed his license to lapse, diverted an opiate painkiller for his use and failed to complete a monitoring program. He was reprimanded and must meet conditions to renew his license. John P. Condon, St. Louis Park, diverted several controlled drugs for personal use and admitted he is unable to practice in a dispensing setting. He was indefinitely suspended. Amy E. Sporer, Inver Grove Heights, was discharged from a monitoring program for using alcohol. She admitted taking morphine that hadn't been prescribed. She must complete the program and abstain from mood-altering chemicals.