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Illegible prescription — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyIllegible prescriptionGPhC CRA

A paper prescription appears to read hydralazine or hydroxyzine and the patient is unsure why it was prescribed. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: D — Contact the prescriber for clarification before dispensing

Illegible medicine names create a significant dispensing risk. 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: MEP; Human Medicines Regulations 2012; Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001