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Prescription validity — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient presents an FP10 for amoxicillin dated seven months ago. The prescription has not been dispensed before and the patient says symptoms have returned. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — The prescription is no longer valid for dispensing

Most prescriptions for POMs are valid for six months from the appropriate date, except controlled drug rules and repeatable prescription rules. A seven-month-old acute antibiotic prescription should not be dispensed. The patient needs clinical assessment for current symptoms.

Reference: Human Medicines Regulations 2012; MEP