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Controlled drug instalment prescription — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsControlled drug instalment prescriptionGPhC CRA

An instalment prescription for buprenorphine states daily dispensing but omits wording for missed collections. The patient missed yesterday and arrives today asking for both doses. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: E — Follow the prescription wording and contact the prescriber if missed-dose handling is unclear

Instalment prescriptions must be supplied according to prescriber directions and legal wording. Missed-dose handling should follow the prescription and local policy; ambiguity should be clarified with the prescriber. Automatic catch-up supply can increase overdose risk. Supervision requirements cannot be changed by patient request alone.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP