Pharmacy Errors
When the doctor prescribes you a new medication to cure your illness, you may be excited at the prospect of finally getting well. Unfortunately, pharmaceutical errors may block your road to recovery. Pharmaceutical errors may cause you serious harm or even death. If you think you may be the victim of a pharmaceutical error, you should notify your physician immediately.
If you or someone you love has suffered an injury because your pharmacy made an error, contact the Philadelphia personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. today at 215-238-1130.
Common Pharmaceutical Errors
Pharmaceutical errors come in many different forms with varying effects. Among the most common errors are:
- Labeling errors
- Dosage errors
- Filling the incorrect drug
- Drug interactions
Any of these errors may be life-threatening, so it is important to double check with your doctor and pharmacist before you take a new medication. Furthermore, you should let your doctor and pharmacist know of any drugs you are currently taking, prescription or over-the-counter, so that you can avoid facing a dangerous drug interaction.
Should you receive the incorrect medication, you may find that you experience side effects not commonly associated with your prescription. If this happens to you, contact your physician immediately to get proper medical advice.
Not every pharmaceutical error will be obvious, which may cause you serious harm. Suffering an injury because of a pharmaceutical error may be the fault of your pharmacist, and you may be entitled to financial compensation for your injuries.
Contact Us
Serious injuries may arise from erroneous prescription orders. If you or your loved one has been the victim of a pharmaceutical error, the Philadelphia personal injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. may be able to help you. Contact us at 215-238-1130 for more information.