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Emergency supply of Schedule 2 CD — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardPharmacy Law and EthicsEmergency supply of Schedule 2 CDGPhC CRA

A patient requests an emergency supply of morphine modified-release tablets because they forgot to order a repeat prescription. The PMR confirms long-term use. The prescriber cannot be contacted. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: E — Emergency supply at patient request is not permitted for this Schedule 2 CD

Patient-request emergency supply is generally not permitted for Schedule 2 controlled drugs, with limited exceptions not applicable to morphine. The pharmacist should seek prescriber or urgent care support rather than supplying unlawfully. Previous regular use does not remove the legal restriction. A CD register signature by the patient would not legalise the supply.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP