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Private CD prescription requirements — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient presents a private prescription for diazepam 5 mg tablets, quantity 28. The prescription is on standard private prescription paper, not an FP10PCD. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Dispense the prescription as diazepam is a Schedule 4 CD and can be dispensed on a standard private prescription

Diazepam is a Schedule 4 Part I controlled drug. Private prescriptions for Schedule 4 CDs do not require the special FP10PCD prescription form that is mandated for Schedule 2 and 3 CDs. A standard private prescription is legally valid for diazepam. There is no requirement to record Schedule 4 CDs in the CD register, although good practice is to maintain records. The prescription should be dispensed if it meets all other legal requirements.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP