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Owing for Schedule 2 CD — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyDispensing and SupplyOwing for Schedule 2 CDGPhC CRA

A valid prescription requests 56 oxycodone capsules, but the pharmacy has 28 in stock. The patient needs treatment today and the remaining stock will arrive tomorrow. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: D — Supply the part quantity and arrange the owing within the legal validity period

A partial supply may be made when stock is insufficient, with the balance supplied within the prescription's legal validity period. For Schedule 2 CDs, the 28-day validity limit remains important. The pharmacist should endorse and record appropriately. Substituting another opioid without prescriber agreement is not appropriate.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP