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Amoxicillin reconstitution expiry — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A parent collects amoxicillin 250 mg/5 mL oral suspension for a child. The pharmacy reconstitutes it on the day of supply. The parent asks how long it can be kept. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: D — Label with the appropriate after-reconstitution expiry and storage instructions from the product information

Reconstituted oral antibiotic suspensions have a limited shelf-life after preparation, which depends on the product. The label should state the correct storage conditions and discard date. Counselling should include shaking the bottle and completing the prescribed course unless advised otherwise.

Reference: BNF; product information