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Patient-returned CDs — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModeratePharmacy Law and EthicsPatient-returned CDsGPhC CRA

A patient asks to return unused morphine sulfate modified-release tablets after a relative died at home. The pharmacy dispensed the medicine two weeks earlier and the pack is unopened. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Accept the returned CD for safe destruction according to pharmacy procedures

Patient-returned medicines must not be re-supplied once they have left the pharmacy supply chain. Controlled drugs returned by patients should be accepted for safe destruction using appropriate procedures and records as required locally. Household disposal is unsafe. The pharmacy should support safe removal of the medicine from the home.

Reference: MEP; Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001