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Question 1

A prescription calls for 'Amoxicillin 500 mg capsules, #30, sig: 1 cap TID.' How many days' supply does this represent?

Accepted Answer

10 days

Answer

TID means three times daily, so 30 capsules ÷ 3 doses per day = 10 days' supply.

Question 2

Which statement best describes the role of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS) in a compounding pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

It provides hazard, handling, and safety information for chemical ingredients

Answer

An SDS (formerly MSDS) provides essential hazard, handling, storage, and emergency response information for chemical substances used in compounding.

Question 3

When filling a prescription with multiple refills, what information must appear on the dispensing label for each refill in most Canadian provinces?

Accepted Answer

Refill number, date dispensed, quantity dispensed, and prescriber name

Answer

Canadian dispensing label regulations require the refill number, date dispensed, quantity, and prescriber name to be clearly indicated for each refill.

Question 4

A pharmacist is asked to compound a preparation using a Schedule F drug. Which statement is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A valid prescription from an authorized prescriber is required

Answer

Schedule F drugs require a valid prescription from an authorized prescriber before a pharmacist can dispense or compound them.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'lot number' assigned to a compounded preparation?

Accepted Answer

To enable traceability and recall of a specific batch if quality issues arise

Answer

Lot numbers enable batch traceability so that if a quality or safety issue is identified, the affected preparations can be quickly recalled.

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PEBC - Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada Practice Test

PEBC PEBC Drug Dispensing and Compounding 2