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Amoxicillin suspension storage — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A mother brings in a prescription for her 4-year-old daughter for amoxicillin 250 mg/5 mL suspension — 5 mL three times daily for five days for acute otitis media. The mother asks about storage after reconstitution. What is the most appropriate advice?

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Correct answer: D — Store in the refrigerator and use within seven days

Reconstituted amoxicillin suspension should be stored in the refrigerator and used within seven days. This is important to communicate as many parents may not realise the limited shelf life of reconstituted antibiotics. The bottle should be shaken well before each dose. Any unused suspension should be discarded after seven days or at the end of the course, whichever comes first.

Reference: BNF; Amoxicillin SmPC