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CD prescription requirements — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsCD prescription requirementsGPhC CRA

A private prescription for morphine sulfate oral solution states 'morphine sulfate oral solution, 10 mg/5 mL, take as directed, quantity 300 mL'. It has patient and prescriber details. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — The dose direction is insufficient for a Schedule 2 CD prescription

Schedule 2 and 3 CD prescriptions require a dose, form, strength, and total quantity in words and figures, among other requirements. 'Take as directed' is generally not a sufficient dose direction for CDs. The prescriber should amend or issue a valid prescription.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP