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Dispensing instalment prescription — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardDispensing and SupplyDispensing instalment prescriptionGPhC CRA

A prescription for methadone oral solution is written for daily supervised consumption with instalment directions. The patient missed yesterday's collection and asks for two instalments today. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — Follow the instalment directions and relevant missed-dose wording before supply

Instalment dispensing must follow the prescriber's directions and legal wording. Missed instalments cannot simply be accumulated unless the prescription wording permits and it is clinically appropriate. Methadone supply carries overdose and diversion risks. The pharmacist should follow SOPs and contact the prescriber if uncertain.

Reference: https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/students-and-trainees/pharmacist-education-and-training/registration-assessment