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Antibiotic course and safety netting — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 30-year-old woman starts phenoxymethylpenicillin for streptococcal tonsillitis. She asks whether to stop as soon as pain improves. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Complete the prescribed course and seek help if symptoms worsen or breathing/swallowing becomes difficult

Antibiotics should be taken as prescribed to maximise effectiveness and reduce complications or resistance. Safety-net advice is important for worsening symptoms or red flags. Sharing or saving antibiotics is unsafe.

Reference: NICE CKS; BNF