Pharmacist Suspended Again Following Continued Lack of Insight Into Dishonesty, Substance Misuse, and Unlawful Possession of Medicines
Date of Decision: September 9, 2020
Registrant's Role: Pharmacist
Allegations:
- Found in possession of unlabelled prescription-only medications (Letrozole, Zomorph, Bendroflumethiazide, Aciclovir) at home without authorisation.
- Dishonestly removed prescription medicines from a pharmacy without permission or payment.
- Tested positive for cocaine and MDMA, and admitted to cannabis use.
- Changed his story multiple times when questioned, including fabricating prescriptions and permissions.
Outcome: Suspension extended for another six months
GPhC Standards Breached:
- Standard 6 – Behave in a professional manner
- Standard 9 – Demonstrate leadership
Case Summary
In the original Principal Hearing, the registrant was found to have:
- Possessed unlabelled prescription-only medicines at his residence.
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