Drug Samples. A dentist is not required to have a limited dental drug dispensing permit to dispense drug samples if: The sample complies with the labeling requirements contained in Health Occupations Article, §12-505, Annotated Code of Maryland, except that the labeling requirements may not apply if the dentist dispenses the drug: In an emergency situation; or As a sample dispensed in the regular course of the dentist’s practice; No charge is made for the sample; and The dentist enters an appropriate record in the patient’s chart. Starter Dosages. A dentist is not required to have a limited dental drug dispensing permit to dispense starter dosages if: The starter dosage complies with the labeling requirements contained in Health Occupations Article, §12-505, Annotated Code of Maryland, except that the labeling requirements may not apply if the dentist dispenses the drug: In an emergency situation; or As a starter dosage dispensed in the regular course of the dentist’s practice; No charge is made for the starter dosage; and The dentist enters an appropriate record in the patient’s chart. Course of Treating a Patient. A dentist is not required to have a limited drug dispensing permit to administer a prescription drug in the course of treating a patient.