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Antibiotic adherence — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A 35-year-old man is prescribed phenoxymethylpenicillin for suspected streptococcal tonsillitis. He returns after one day saying his throat is still painful and asks whether to stop the antibiotic. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Continue the prescribed course and use suitable analgesia unless symptoms worsen

Symptoms may take more than 24 hours to improve after starting antibiotics. The patient should complete the prescribed course unless advised otherwise and use appropriate analgesia and fluids. Worsening symptoms, breathing difficulty, inability to swallow or signs of dehydration should prompt urgent review.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS