The word overdose usually brings to mind the abuse of controlled or illegal drugs. It can also refer to an accidentally prescribed overdose given with the best of intentions but leading to equally catastrophic results.
Medication errors can have serious consequences for patients. These mistakes may occur when the wrong dosage is prescribed, a prescription is misread, or a patient’s medical history is not properly considered before medication is issued.
Healthcare professionals have a duty to prescribe and dispense medication safely. Errors involving incorrect dosages, unsuitable medications, or failures to identify allergies and underlying conditions can result in significant harm and may give rise to a medical negligence claim.
If injury has been caused by a prescription or pharmacy error, legal advice can help determine whether the appropriate standard of care was met by the medical professional.
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