A pharmacy dispenses 14 tablets from an original pack of 28. The manufacturer’s patient information leaflet remains in the part supplied to another

Question

A pharmacy dispenses 14 tablets from an original pack of 28. The manufacturer’s patient information leaflet remains in the part supplied to another patient. What is the legal classification/requirement?

Accepted Answer

Ensure the patient receives appropriate product information and correct labelling

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Label with the wholesaler invoice number instead of directions

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Supply without a leaflet because the pack was split

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Use the original box label without patient-specific directions

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Remove the expiry date from the label to avoid confusion

Split pack labelling — GPhC CRA MCQ

A pharmacy dispenses 14 tablets from an original pack of 28. The manufacturer’s patient information leaflet remains in the part supplied to another patient. What is the legal classification/requirement?