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CD destruction patient-returned medicines — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyCD destruction patient-returned medicinesGPhC CRA

A patient returns unused morphine tablets from a deceased relative. A trainee asks whether an authorised witness is needed for destruction. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — Patient-returned CDs should be denatured and recorded according to SOP; authorised witness requirements differ from stock CDs

Patient-returned CDs must not be reused and should be destroyed safely, usually with appropriate records in the returns process. The rules differ from destruction of pharmacy stock Schedule 2 CDs, which require authorised witnessing. SOPs should be followed.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP