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Monitored dosage systems — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateDispensing and SupplyMonitored dosage systemsGPhC CRA

A care home asks whether amlodipine tablets can be placed into a monitored dosage system for a resident. The resident also has glyceryl trinitrate spray, insulin pens, and a salbutamol inhaler on the medicines list. What is the most appropriate action?

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Correct answer: B — Include suitable solid oral tablets and supply non-MDS items separately

Monitored dosage systems are generally suitable for selected solid oral dosage forms after stability and patient factors are considered. Items such as insulin, inhalers, and sprays require separate supply and administration instructions. The pharmacist should assess each medicine rather than treating the medicines list as a single unit.

Reference: MEP; BNF; SmPC