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Methotrexate dispensing label — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A methotrexate prescription for rheumatoid arthritis is clinically appropriate as 15 mg once weekly and the patient forgets the dosing day. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Label with the weekly dose and agreed day of the week

Clear weekly methotrexate labelling with the administration day reduces serious dosing errors. This makes label with the weekly dose and agreed day of the week the single best answer in this scenario. The other options would either miss the key safety issue, delay appropriate review, or fail to meet the relevant clinical or professional requirement.

Reference: BNF; NPSA/MHRA safety guidance