Being prescribed a wrong dosage in medication that causes an overdose or being under-dosed happens much more often than we'd like to see or admit

Thousands of patients in the U.S., children especially, suffer every year because they were prescribed the wrong dosage of medication by a medical professional. Most mistakes happen in infants under age 1, but all children are vulnerable due to the weight miscalculations. This typically occurs when the patient is given an overdose of medication or under dose of meds, a serious problem that has become far too common in hospitals, nursing homes and pharmacies. The wrong dosage of medication can prompt several other health concerns and problems as a result of negligence on the part of a doctor, nurse, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. Unfortunately, it can also lead to dire consequences such as accidental overdose and even death.

How Does this Happen?

Wrong dosage of drug administration can be attributed to a number of factors, including:

• Inadequate communication between medical staff and patient.
• Procedural mistakes made by medical staff.
• Failure to fill or store medication vials correctly.
• Failure to ensure medication vials contain the proper dosage.
• Poorly defined or unclear labeling of medication.
• Failure to learn or consider the patient's existing conditions when prescribing medication.

In the medical field, there are certain standards and guidelines doctors, nurses and other professionals must follow when it comes to administering drugs. These rules generally include ensuring that the right medication is administered to the right patient as well as making sure they receive the right dosage at the right time. By following these steps, medical professionals can assure that medication is delivered in an accurate and safe manner. However, when these rules are not adhered to, the medical professional who administered the drugs can be held responsible for the damage and losses caused by their negligence and malpractice.

The good thing is that there are steps patients can take to protect themselves from receiving the wrong dosage and avoid becoming victims of medical malpractice that involves medication. This starts by finding out the exact name of the drug and the correct dosage. Patients should know when and how the medication is to be taken, and also make the physician aware of any medications they are currently on and any preexisting conditions they may have. It is also a good idea to double check behind the nurse or pharmacist to ensure that the drugs and dosage they are being given is appropriate. When receiving medication and treatment, one should never shy away from asking questions and getting the facts. Your health is on the line here so feel free to ask as many questions as it takes to get satisfactory answers. In the case of wrong dosage, staying informed is the best way to stay safe.

The wrong dosage of medication constitutes as malpractice on the part of the medical profession who administered the drug. If you or a loved one has been a victim of such negligence, you may be able to seek compensation for the harm or losses incurred.

The Dallas medical malpractice attorneys at Rasansky Law Firm undertand how to properly deal with your unfortunate situation. Please conatct us or call us at 1-877-405-4313 or complete our online form to speak with a medical malpractice attorney who can evaluate your case and help you take action. Together we can put an end to medical negligence and malpractice in America.

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