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Amlodipine prescription seven months old — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyAmlodipine prescription seven months oldGPhC CRA

A patient presents an NHS prescription for amlodipine dated seven months ago and not previously dispensed. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — The prescription is no longer valid for dispensing

This scenario assesses Amlodipine prescription seven months old in a UK pharmacy practice context. Most non-CD prescriptions are valid for six months from the appropriate date. The best answer is The prescription is no longer valid for dispensing because it addresses the principal clinical, legal or safety issue before routine supply.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: HMR 2012; MEP