Pharmacy medicines Flashcards
What is the maximum quantity of pseudoephedrine that can be sold in one transaction?
720mg
What is the maximum quantity of ephedrine that can be sold in one transaction?
180mg
Is it legal to sell pseudoephedrine-containing products at the same time as an ephedrine-containing product?
No
Who do you report to if you suspect misuse?
- Local GPhC inspector
- Local CD liaison police officer
- Accountable officer
What are signs of possible misuse?
- Lack of symptoms
- Rehearsed answer
- Impatient
- Large quantities
What is levonorgestrel licensed for?
Women aged 16 + over for EC w/in 72 hrs of unprotected sex or failure of contraceptive method
What is ulipristal acetate licensed for?
EC w/in 120 hours of unprotected sex or failure of contraceptive method
Can you supply an advance supply of oral emergency contraception?
Yes, patient must be assessed to ensure competency and intend to use medicines appropriately
What factors need to be considered when supplying ulipristal acetate to patients under the age of 16?
Fraser guidelines must be met
What is the legal age to consent to sexual activity?
13 years old
What is the maximum quantity of over-the-counter paracetamol that can be sold in one transaction?
100 but in practice 96
What is the maximum quantity of over-the-counter paracetamol effervescent tablets that can be sold in one transaction?
No legal limit
What is the maximum quantity of over-the-counter aspirin that can be sold in one transaction?
100 but in practice 96
What is the maximum quantity of over-the-counter aspirin effervescent tablets that can be sold in one transaction?
No legal limit
What is the indication for OTC codeine and dihydrocodeine?
- Short term treatment for acute, moderate pain not relieved by paracetamol, ibuprofen or aspirin.
- Cold, flu, sore throat are not indicated
