Pharmacy Operations>Storage Stability Practice Test

A mother picks up amoxicillin/clavulanate suspension for her 3-year-old with acute otitis media. The pharmacist reconstitutes the powder and provides a dosing schedule. The parent asks whether the bottle should be kept in the refrigerator and how long the medication will remain usable. The child attends daycare, so the parent is considering leaving a dosing syringe at room temperature during the day and returning the bottle to storage afterward. The pharmacy technician suggests labeling the bottle with an expiration date. The pharmacist wants to ensure the family understands the correct storage requirements after reconstitution.

A 3-year-old is prescribed amoxicillin/clavulanate oral suspension for acute otitis media. The pharmacist reconstitutes a 200 mg/28.5 mg per 5 mL bottle and counsels the caregiver on dosing and storage. The family has a busy schedule and asks whether the medication can be kept at room temperature or in the freezer to save space in their refrigerator. They also ask how long the bottle remains usable after mixing. The pharmacy uses standard USP water and attaches a printed auxiliary label. The goal is to maintain potency and reduce gastrointestinal upset.