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Methadone supervised consumption — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyMethadone supervised consumptionGPhC CRA

A prescription for methadone mixture includes daily instalments and supervised consumption. The patient asks to take three days' supply away because he is travelling unexpectedly. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — The supervised instalment directions must be followed unless the prescriber changes them

Supervised consumption and instalment directions on a controlled drug prescription are part of the prescriber's instructions. The pharmacist should not alter them without appropriate prescriber authorisation. Travel issues should be referred promptly to the prescriber or drug service.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP