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Antibiotic course adherence — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPatient Counselling and Pharmaceutical CareAntibiotic course adherenceGPhC CRA

A patient prescribed phenoxymethylpenicillin for tonsillitis asks whether to stop once throat pain settles. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Take the antibiotic as prescribed and seek advice if symptoms worsen

Antibiotics should be taken according to the prescribed regimen. Stopping early or sharing antibiotics may reduce effectiveness and contributes to inappropriate antimicrobial use. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: NICE antimicrobial prescribing; BNF