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MHRA safety alert stock issue — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateAdverse Drug Reactions and Drug SafetyMHRA safety alert stock issueGPhC CRA

A pharmacy receives an MHRA drug alert requiring quarantine of a specific batch of a medicine. One pack from the affected batch is on the dispensing bench. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: D — Quarantine the affected batch and follow the alert instructions

MHRA drug alerts are issued to protect patients from quality or safety risks. Affected stock should be identified, quarantined, and managed according to the alert. Supplying stock from a recalled or quarantined batch could expose patients to preventable harm.

Reference: MHRA drug alerts; GPhC Standards