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Schedule 2 CD prescription validity — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsSchedule 2 CD prescription validityGPhC CRA

A patient presents an NHS prescription for morphine modified-release tablets dated 35 days ago with no previous supply. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: D — The prescription is no longer valid for Schedule 2 CD supply

Schedule 2 controlled drug prescriptions are generally valid for 28 days from the appropriate date. This makes the prescription is no longer valid for schedule 2 cd supply the single best answer in this scenario.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: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; BNF; MEP