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Insomnia medicine choice — GPhC CRA MCQ

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An older patient asks for a repeat zopiclone supply after using it nightly for six weeks. They have had a recent fall. What is the most appropriate alternative?

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Correct answer: E — Non-drug sleep measures with prescriber review of hypnotic use

Hypnotics increase falls and dependence risk, especially in older people. The best answer addresses the key safety, legal or pharmaceutical care issue in the vignette. The other options would either delay appropriate care, create a new risk, or fail to resolve the issue. This is consistent with the cited UK reference for safe pharmacy practice.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS