Dangerous Drugs

New Jersey Dangerous Drug Lawyers

Prescription medication errors are more common than one might expect. Over a million medication and medical malpractice errors occur in the US each year. When prescribing a medication, a doctor must thoroughly understand the patient’s condition as well as any other medications the patient might be taking, to avoid complications or dangerous drug interactions. A doctor is duty-bound to fully advise the patient of any drug risks, so that the patient can make an informed decision about taking the medication.

• 20 percent threaten the life of the patient
• 30 percent of these prescription errors happen when a drug is prescribed
• 12 percent when a prescription is transcribed at the pharmacy
• 11 percent when a prescription is filled at the pharmacy
• 39 percent when the drugs are administered in a hospital or nursing home

Keep in mind that prescription errors can also result from:

• Dispensing the wrong medication
• Providing the patient the wrong dosage of medication
• Failing to assess known drug allergies or interactions with other medications

When a medical provider, doctor or nurse negligently prescribes the wrong prescription drug medication, that individual should be held accountable. In such cases, you may have a medical malpractice case against your health care provider, doctor or pharmacist. The expert attorneys at O’Connor, Parsons, Lane & Noble are dedicated to ensuring that your rights are defended against prescription errors.

Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances.