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Benzodiazepine dependence — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateCNS TherapeuticsBenzodiazepine dependenceGPhC CRA

A patient has requested early diazepam repeats twice and says they now need it every night for sleep. The prescription is for short-term use. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: E — Discuss concerns with the prescriber and avoid reinforcing escalating use

Benzodiazepines can cause dependence and should be reviewed when use escalates. 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