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Clozapine myocarditis — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateAdverse Drug Reactions and Drug SafetyClozapine myocarditisGPhC CRA

A man two weeks into clozapine treatment has chest pain, dyspnoea, flu-like symptoms and tachycardia. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: D — Arrange urgent assessment for possible clozapine myocarditis

This scenario assesses Clozapine myocarditis in a UK pharmacy practice context. Early clozapine myocarditis can present with chest symptoms, tachycardia and systemic features. The best answer is Arrange urgent assessment for possible clozapine myocarditis 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