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PIL provision — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient asks for tablets to be dispensed without the patient information leaflet because she has read it before. The pack is being split. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: D — Ensure the patient has access to the appropriate PIL with the supplied medicine

Patients should receive appropriate information to use medicines safely, including access to the PIL where packs are split. The leaflet contains product-specific safety and administration information. Professional counselling should supplement, not replace, necessary written information.

Reference: Human Medicines Regulations 2012; MEP