Medication Errors
Medication errors are a common yet preventable form of medical malpractice that can lead to severe injuries or even death. At Vigil Law Firm, we are dedicated to helping victims of medication errors hold healthcare providers accountable and pursue the compensation they deserve for their suffering.
Understanding Medication Errors
Medication errors occur when a patient receives the wrong medication, incorrect dosage, or inappropriate treatment regimen. These errors can result from miscommunication between healthcare providers, unclear instructions, or failure to review a patient's medical history. Medication errors can cause allergic reactions, overdoses, or adverse drug interactions that may lead to serious health complications.
Patients place their trust in medical professionals to prescribe and administer medications accurately. When this trust is broken, the consequences can be devastating, leading to prolonged illness, hospitalization, or death.
Common Types of Medication Errors
Medication errors can manifest in several ways, including:
- Incorrect Medication: Prescribing or administering the wrong medication can cause dangerous side effects or fail to treat the patient’s condition.
- Dosage Mistakes: Providing too much or too little of a medication can result in overdose, underdose, or ineffective treatment.
- Failure to Check for Drug Interactions: Some medications interact negatively with others, and failure to review a patient’s current prescriptions can result in harmful reactions.
- Failure to Account for Allergies: Ignoring a patient’s allergies can lead to life-threatening allergic reactions when medications are administered.
Contact Vigil Law Firm Today
If you or a loved one has been harmed by a medication error, contact Vigil Law Firm today. We are committed to providing compassionate, skilled legal representation to help you seek justice and recover compensation for the harm caused by these preventable mistakes.