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Private prescription record — GPhC CRA MCQ

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A private prescription for a non-controlled POM antibiotic is dispensed. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: B — A private prescription record entry is required

Private POM prescriptions require record keeping under medicines legislation. In this vignette, "A private prescription record entry is required" 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: Human Medicines Regulations 2012; MEP