P medicine paediatric supply — GPhC CRA MCQ
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Correct answer: E — Supply depends on the product licence and clinical suitability for that child
OTC supply of a P medicine must follow the marketing authorisation, product licence restrictions, and professional assessment. Chloramphenicol products have specific age and indication restrictions depending on formulation and licence. A pharmacist cannot treat the P status as blanket permission to supply in every paediatric case.
Reference: Human Medicines Regulations 2012; BNF; MEP