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Schedule 2 CD prescription validity — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPharmacy Law and EthicsSchedule 2 CD prescription validityGPhC CRA

A prescription for methylphenidate modified-release capsules is presented 31 days after the date on the prescription. The patient says the prescriber intended a monthly supply. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — Schedule 2 controlled drug prescriptions are valid for 28 days

Prescriptions for Schedule 2 controlled drugs are valid for 28 days from the appropriate date. The pharmacist cannot extend validity by endorsement or ID checking. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP