MEP Flashcards
When can you buy a GSL product in other stores other than pharmacy?
Whenever as they are located on public unrestricted access due to the nature of the property.
When can you purchase a GSL or any non pharmaceutical products in a pharmacy?
After the RP has signed in
Does the RP have to be present for GSL sales to go ahead?
No as long as they have signed in it can go ahead while RP is absent
When can a P med be sold?
Only When RP is PHYSICALLY present
Not available for self selection
When can a Pom be given?
When there is an prescription for the item from an appropriate prescriber. Or emergency supply is necessary under discretion of the RP
What must the RP notice include?
Name, GPHC No, self declaration of RP status
RP register requirements
- In writing, electronic or both
- should be done by pharmacist
- Identify who made amendments
- back up electronic records
- Record absences + times
- Retain for 5 years
Labels should include what?
1) Name of patient
2) Name and address of pharmacy
3) Dispensing date
4) Name of medicine
5) Directions for use
6) Caution labels
What is the maximum Pseudoephedrine dose OTC can be sold?
720mg pseudophedrine
What is the maximum Ephedrine dose OTC can be sold?
180mg ephedrine
Can Pseudophedrine and Ephedrine be sold together?
No unless a prescription is present
What is the age restrictions for Levonorgestrel 1500mcg?
Over 16 years
What are the age restrictions for Ulipristal 30mg?
Any age however:
- under 13 years can not consent
Can OTC Emergency contraception be supplied in advance?
Yes but ensure they are competent enough. What is the reason?
Travelling? Worry about failing contraception? Unable to get the contraception at a location easily?
Can religious grounds be a reason for not making sale of EHC?
Yes
What are the signed order requirements for salbutamol + Adrenaline?
1) Need Signed order by head
2) State school name + purpose of needing + quantity required
3) No legal limit on quantity, use judgement
4) Retain signed order for 2yrs + Pom register
Adrenaline for Anaphylaxis requirements?
- Able to give to anyone for the purpose of saving a life
- Must also call 999
Naloxone supply requirement?
Staff working in lawful drug treatment services can obtain from wholesaler and make direct supply to patients.
What is a pharmacists role when giving out sodium valproate?
1) Check AWARENESS or Risks and if on PPP (Pregnancy protection programme)
2) Advise to see doctor if planning pregnancy
3) Do not stop taking it become pregnant
What is an advisable common risk of Oral retinoids?
Risk of Foetal malformation and spontaneous abortion
How long is an Oral retinoid prescription valid for?
7 days
1) Dispense Asap
2) After this it is invalid
What is the maximum quantity allowed to supply for oral retinoids?
30 Days maximum
Can oral retinoids be Faxed or repeated??
NO
Can oral retinoids be supply on an emergency supply?
Yes but only by emergency supply prescriber request only if done by a PPP (Pregnancy prevention programme) specialist.