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Parkinson's medicines timing — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A care home sends a prescription for co-careldopa with administration times omitted. Staff say the resident becomes very stiff if doses are delayed. The generated label says take three times daily. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Clarify exact administration times before supply

Parkinson's medicines are time-critical and delayed doses can worsen mobility and swallowing. Exact administration times should be clarified and labelled clearly. Metoclopramide can worsen Parkinsonian symptoms and should generally be avoided.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS