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Pseudoephedrine sales restriction — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A customer asks to buy two large packs of pseudoephedrine tablets and one pack of ephedrine nasal tablets for friends with colds. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: DDecline the sale because legal sales restrictions apply to pseudoephedrine and ephedrine

Pseudoephedrine and ephedrine sales are restricted because of misuse in illicit drug manufacture. Pharmacies should not sell combinations exceeding legal quantity limits in a transaction. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: Human Medicines Regulations 2012; MEP