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CD prescription validity — GPhC CRA MCQ

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EasyPharmacy Law and EthicsCD prescription validityGPhC CRA

A private prescription for oxycodone immediate-release capsules is dated 50 days ago and has not been dispensed. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: E — The prescription is no longer valid for supply

Schedule 2 controlled drug prescriptions are valid for 28 days from the appropriate date. In this vignette, "The prescription is no longer valid for supply" is the safest single best answer.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