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Carbimazole fever sore throat — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A woman on carbimazole develops fever, sore throat and mouth ulcers. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: C — Stop carbimazole and arrange urgent full blood count

This scenario assesses Carbimazole fever sore throat in a UK pharmacy practice context. Carbimazole can cause agranulocytosis presenting with fever or sore throat. The best answer is Stop carbimazole and arrange urgent full blood count 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