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Pregabalin controlled drug status — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A patient presents a prescription for pregabalin 150 mg capsules, one capsule twice daily. The prescription was signed 35 days ago. The patient says the medicine is for neuropathic pain and asks if it can still be dispensed. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: D — It is a Schedule 3 controlled drug prescription and is no longer valid after 28 days

Pregabalin is a Schedule 3 controlled drug in the UK. Prescriptions for Schedule 2, 3 and 4 controlled drugs are generally valid for 28 days. A prescription signed 35 days ago should not be dispensed as a valid controlled drug prescription.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP