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Sumatriptan uncontrolled hypertension — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateCNS TherapeuticsSumatriptan uncontrolled hypertensionGPhC CRA

A man asks to buy sumatriptan but has recent blood pressures around 178/104 mmHg. What is the most appropriate alternative?

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Correct answer: A — Avoid triptan supply and refer for clinical review

This scenario assesses Sumatriptan uncontrolled hypertension in a UK pharmacy practice context. Triptans are vasoconstrictors and are unsuitable in uncontrolled hypertension. The best answer is Avoid triptan supply and refer for clinical review because it addresses the principal clinical, legal or safety issue before routine supply. The other options are less appropriate because they either miss the key risk, delay necessary review, or would not meet expected BNF, NICE, MEP, MHRA or GPhC practice standards.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS