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Original container dispensing — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardDispensing and SupplyOriginal container dispensingGPhC CRA

A prescription for sodium valproate gastro-resistant tablets is requested in a monitored dosage system. The patient has recently had adherence problems. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Consider original packaging and patient-specific risk before repackaging

Some medicines may be unsuitable for repackaging because of stability, safety information or formulation issues. The pharmacist must assess whether an MDS is appropriate. In this scenario, the correct option is consider original packaging and patient-specific risk before repackaging. The other options are plausible but do not address the key clinical, legal or safety issue as directly. This aligns with UK pharmacy practice guidance cited in the reference field.

Reference: BNF; MEP