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Veterinary prescription — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A customer presents a veterinary prescription for phenobarbital for a dog. The pharmacy has not dispensed veterinary prescriptions before. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: DCheck veterinary prescription requirements before supply

Veterinary prescriptions have specific legal requirements and labelling expectations. The pharmacist should ensure the prescription is valid and supply is appropriate. In this scenario, the correct option is check veterinary prescription requirements before supply. 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: Veterinary Medicines Regulations; MEP