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Isotretinoin pregnancy risk — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardAdverse Drug Reactions and Drug SafetyIsotretinoin pregnancy riskGPhC CRA

A 25-year-old woman presents an isotretinoin prescription dated 10 days ago. She is of childbearing potential and says the pregnancy test was done before the prescription was issued. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Check the prescription meets pregnancy prevention and dispensing-window requirements before supply

Isotretinoin is highly teratogenic and has strict pregnancy prevention and dispensing requirements. Prescriptions for patients of childbearing potential are subject to specific validity and supply windows. The pharmacist must confirm requirements are met before supply. Sharing isotretinoin would be dangerous and unlawful.

Reference: MHRA; BNF