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PPI long-term review — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient has taken omeprazole 20 mg daily for five years after a short course was started for dyspepsia. They have no current symptoms. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: C — Suggest step-down or review with the prescriber if clinically suitable

Long-term PPI treatment should be reviewed to confirm ongoing indication. 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