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Levetiracetam owing — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyLevetiracetam owingGPhC CRA

A pharmacy owes levetiracetam and the patient with epilepsy will run out tomorrow. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: E — Actively source supply or contact the prescriber to prevent interruption

This scenario assesses Levetiracetam owing in a UK pharmacy practice context. Antiepileptic interruption can precipitate seizures and needs active supply management. The best answer is Actively source supply or contact the prescriber to prevent interruption 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: GPhC Standards; BNF