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Emergency supply Schedule 2 CD — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsEmergency supply Schedule 2 CDGPhC CRA

A patient requests an emergency supply of morphine modified-release capsules because their surgery is closed. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: A — A pharmacist emergency supply is not permitted for this Schedule 2 controlled drug

Emergency supply at patient request is not permitted for most Schedule 2 controlled drugs. In this vignette, "A pharmacist emergency supply is not permitted for this Schedule 2 controlled drug" is the safest single best answer. The other options are less appropriate because they miss the key clinical risk, conflict with UK medicines guidance, or delay needed review.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP