Key Takeaways

  • Prescription errors are a common form of medical malpractice that can seriously harm patients.
  • Errors may include prescribing the wrong medication or an incorrect dosage.
  • Such mistakes put a patient’s health at risk and may lead to long-term complications.
  • Doctors are expected to know a patient’s medical history before prescribing medications.
  • Injured patients can seek legal assistance to hold negligent providers accountable and recover compensation.

Prescription and medication errors are a common form of medical malpractice. When a doctor prescribes a patient the wrong type or dose of a medication, the patient’s health may be jeopardized.

Our infographic below illustrates some of the most common prescription errors.

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When we visit the doctor’s office, we expect our medical practitioners to be well-versed in our medical history. Sadly, this does not always happen, and we may be severely harmed as a result.

If you or someone you love has been harmed after taking the wrong type or dose of a prescribed medication, our Indianapolis medical malpractice attorneys are here to help. We’re proud to have earned a reputation among the legal community for our focus on complex cases and our commitment to defending clients’ rights.

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