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Reconstituted antibiotic expiry — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A parent collects amoxicillin oral suspension that has been reconstituted in the pharmacy. They ask how long it can be kept once mixed. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: CFollow the labelled expiry and storage instructions provided after reconstitution

Many antibiotic suspensions have a limited expiry after reconstitution and may require specific storage. The pharmacy label should clearly state the beyond-use date and storage advice. Leftover antibiotics should not be kept for future infections. Correct storage helps maintain potency and safety.

Reference: BNF; product information