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Professional judgement supply concern — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsProfessional judgement supply concernGPhC CRA

A man presents a private prescription for codeine linctus and promethazine from a distant clinic. The same combination was requested twice this month from different prescribers. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Assess misuse risk and consider refusing supply with appropriate signposting

Pharmacists must use professional judgement and consider patient safety, misuse and diversion risks. A pattern of repeated requests from different prescribers is a warning sign. Refusal may be appropriate if supply is unsafe, with explanation and signposting. Records should be accurate and contemporaneous.

Reference: GPhC Standards; MEP