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Prescription-only medicine online — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsPrescription-only medicine onlineGPhC CRA

An online pharmacy receives a questionnaire request for semaglutide. The patient reports height and weight but provides no independent verification or two-way consultation. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — Ensure an appropriate consultation and verification process before any supply

High-risk medicines supplied online require safeguards to ensure they are safe and appropriate for the person. GPhC guidance expects appropriate consultation and verification, not reliance on a questionnaire alone. Semaglutide requires careful eligibility and safety checks.

Reference: GPhC Standards; GPhC online pharmacy guidance