Incorrect Prescription
Prescriptions are a necessary part of life for many people. Medical prescriptions help to treat health conditions so that we can carry on with our daily lives. Patients put a high level of trust in doctors, pharmacists, and other medical professionals when they seek advice and assistance with health issues. We trust that when we are written a prescription, the prescription and the medication we receive are correct.
Dangers of an Incorrect Prescription
Unfortunately, sometimes patients are issued an incorrect medication, which can lead to further health problems or can even be deadly. There are several things that can go wrong with a prescription, including:
- Incorrect dosage
- Misspelled drug name
- Wrong drug issued
- Incorrect duration of medication recommended
Any of these mistakes can have severe consequences for the patient. An incorrect dosage or taking the drug too long could effectively poison a patient. Receiving the wrong drug altogether could doubly hurt the patient by leading to negative side effects and preventing the patient’s original medical problem from being treated.
Why You May Need a Lawyer
An incorrect prescription costs a patient their health, time, and money. It may take much longer for a patient to recover from an incorrect prescription and begin to see results once the correct prescription is finally administered. Drugs can be quite costly, setting back the patient financially. If you have been issued a wrong prescription or medication, a medical malpractice lawyer can help you determine the parties at fault and fight to get you compensation for your injuries and damages.
Contact Us
For assistance with your incorrect prescription case, don’t hesitate to contact experienced Austin personal injury lawyer Vic Feazell today at 877-948-4842.
