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Steroid card requirement — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateEndocrine TherapeuticsSteroid card requirementGPhC CRA

A patient has been supplied prednisolone 15mg daily for 8 weeks for an inflammatory condition. The prescription is being tapered slowly and the patient has not received written steroid safety information. The pharmacy is preparing counselling and labels. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: C — Provide steroid treatment card information and counselling on abrupt stopping

Patients receiving systemic corticosteroids at doses and durations associated with adrenal suppression should receive appropriate steroid safety counselling and card information. They should understand not to stop abruptly unless advised and to seek help during severe illness. The taper reduces but does not eliminate the need for counselling. Anticoagulant cards and driving-related dose changes are not relevant.

Reference: BNF Corticosteroids; MHRA steroid emergency card guidance