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Yellow Card reporting — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyAdverse Drug Reactions and Drug SafetyYellow Card reportingGPhC CRA

A patient develops a suspected serious allergic reaction after starting a newly prescribed antibiotic. The pharmacist has documented the clinical action taken. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: C — Submit a Yellow Card report for the suspected adverse drug reaction

The Yellow Card Scheme is used to report suspected adverse drug reactions, especially serious reactions and those involving newer medicines. Certainty of causality is not required. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: MHRA Yellow Card; GPhC Standards