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Eye drop expiry after opening — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient using chloramphenicol eye drops asks whether they can keep the bottle for future episodes after the course ends. The bottle was opened three weeks ago. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Discard eye drops after the recommended in-use period and avoid saving for future infections

Eye drops can become contaminated after opening and have a limited in-use shelf life, commonly 28 days unless product guidance differs. They should not be shared or saved for future undiagnosed infections. Persistent or recurrent eye symptoms require assessment.

Reference: BNF; SmPC