A regular patient visiting the area has run out of ramipril. The GP surgery is closed and the pharmacist can verify previous use from the patient’s

Question

A regular patient visiting the area has run out of ramipril. The GP surgery is closed and the pharmacist can verify previous use from the patient’s repeat slip. What is the legal classification/requirement?

Accepted Answer

An emergency supply may be made if legal conditions and professional judgement are satisfied

Answer

Supply is unlawful unless the medicine is on a PGD

Answer

Supply requires entry in the controlled drug register

Answer

Supply is lawful for 12 months for any POM

Answer

Supply is lawful if the patient pays privately

Emergency supply at patient request — GPhC CRA MCQ

A regular patient visiting the area has run out of ramipril. The GP surgery is closed and the pharmacist can verify previous use from the patient’s repeat slip. What is the legal classification/requirement?