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The Pharmaceutical Journal Vol 265 No 7113 p360
September 9, 2000 The Society

Law and Ethics Bulletin

Accurate measurement of methadone solution

An occasional feature, prepared in the Royal Pharmaceutical Society's Professional Standards Directorate, to highlight problems and inquiries currently being handled

Pharmacists are reminded of the importance of accurately measuring out the exact amount prescribed when dispensing methadone solution. They should not rely on the amount stated on the pack, as this sometimes includes an overage.