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Yellow Card allergy reporting — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateAdverse Drug Reactions and SafetyYellow Card allergy reportingGPhC CRA

A patient develops facial swelling and wheeze 20 minutes after taking the first dose of amoxicillin supplied for sinusitis. The reaction settles after ambulance treatment, and the family asks whether to report it. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: D — Submit a Yellow Card report and update the allergy record with reaction details

Suspected serious allergic reactions should be documented clearly and can be reported through the Yellow Card scheme. The allergy record should include the medicine, reaction features, timing and severity to support future prescribing. Re-challenge at home would be unsafe. The GP and relevant care record should be updated where possible.

Reference: MHRA Yellow Card; GPhC Standards