Pharmaceutical Errors
When you are sick and seeking medication, you should not have to consider the possibility of pharmaceutical errors. Unfortunately, they occur quite frequently. In one survey, 42% of people polled indicated that they or someone they know has suffered from medication mistakes. Pharmaceutical errors can cause serious health complications, and, in some cases, even wrongful death.
Pharmaceutical mistakes are classified as medical malpractice, and each case should be investigated for liability. If you have received incorrect medication or dosages and have consequently suffered damages, contact the Appleton personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier S.C at 800-242-2874 for a free consultation
Ways Pharmacists Make Mistakes
Some of the most common pharmaceutical errors include:
- Distributing incorrect dosage information
- Substituting the wrong medication
- Providing incorrect medical advice
- Combining drugs which could have a potentially harmful effect
- Failing to consider a patient’s allergies or additional medications, which can conflict with new prescription
Startling Statistics about Medication Mistakes
According to pharmaceutical malpractice statistics, medication errors are responsible for:
- 1.3 million injuries per year
- 100,000 wrongful deaths per year
- 3% of all hospital admissions
- $3.5 billion in costs for additional treatments and victim compensation
Contact Us
Sadly, many people are not aware of the frequency of pharmaceutical errors, and therefore do not take the appropriate action to attain the compensation they deserve. Fortunately, the Appleton personal injury lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C. are experienced in personal injury claims and can assist you with your legal needs. Contact us today at 800-242-2874 if you or someone you know has suffered from a pharmaceutical error.