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Opioid safety — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPatient Counselling and Pharmaceutical CareOpioid safetyGPhC CRA

A patient starts oxycodone modified-release tablets and asks whether he can crush them because he struggles with large tablets. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: D — Do not crush modified-release oxycodone; contact the prescriber for an alternative formulation

Crushing modified-release opioids can cause dose dumping and serious toxicity. Alternative formulations may be available and should be discussed with the prescriber. Safe storage, constipation prevention and driving advice should also be covered.

Reference: BNF