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Look-alike sound-alike medicines — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A trainee is dispensing amlodipine but selects amiloride from the shelf because the names look similar. The accuracy checker notices before supply. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — Record a near miss and use it to improve selection safeguards

Near misses should be recorded and reviewed to improve systems and reduce future harm. Look-alike sound-alike errors are common dispensing risks. Shelf layout, barcode scanning and independent checks can reduce risk.

Reference: GPhC Standards; MEP