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MHRA safety alert recall — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateAdverse Drug Reactions and Drug SafetyMHRA safety alert recallGPhC CRA

A pharmacy receives an MHRA alert about a batch recall for a medicine dispensed to several patients last week. Stock remains on the shelf. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: A — Quarantine affected stock and contact patients according to the alert

Medicine recalls require prompt action according to the alert class and local SOP. Quarantining stock and patient contact protect public safety. In this scenario, the correct option is quarantine affected stock and contact patients according to the alert. 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: MHRA Drug Alerts; MEP