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Emergency supply at prescriber request — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsEmergency supply at prescriber requestGPhC CRA

A dentist phones the pharmacy requesting an emergency supply of amoxicillin for a named patient because they cannot generate a prescription until later. The pharmacist is satisfied the request is genuine and urgent. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: E — Emergency supply at a prescriber's request may be made and a prescription must follow

A pharmacist may supply a POM in an emergency at the request of an appropriate prescriber if legal conditions are met. The prescriber must provide a prescription within the required timeframe. The pharmacist should make appropriate records and ensure the request is genuine and clinically appropriate.

Reference: https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/students-and-trainees/pharmacist-education-and-training/registration-assessment