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Controlled drug safe custody — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A new pharmacy receives temazepam tablets and morphine tablets. The trainee asks which require safe custody. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — Morphine tablets require safe custody; temazepam tablets generally do not

Most Schedule 2 controlled drugs, including morphine, require safe custody. Temazepam is Schedule 3 but is generally exempt from safe custody requirements. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP