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Controlled drug owing — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyControlled drug owingGPhC CRA

A prescription for oxycodone modified-release tablets is valid and presented today, but the pharmacy has half the quantity in stock. The patient agrees to collect the balance later. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — Supply the owing within the prescription’s 28-day validity period

For Schedule 2 controlled drugs, any owing balance must be supplied within the prescription validity period, generally 28 days from the appropriate date. A new prescription would be needed after expiry. The supply must be accurately recorded and labelled. Substituting strengths or quantities without authority is unsafe.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP