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Am I making errors with my medication?
It’s a question that we all must ask ourselves at some point in our lives.
But don’t worry, you’re not alone. We’ve all made mistakes when it comes to medication.
Medication errors are a common and serious problem, the World Health Organisation estimates around 50% of medications are not taken as prescribed. Medication errors can occur anywhere in the medication use process, from prescribing to dispensing to taking the medication. Many factors can contribute to medication errors, such as poor communication, busyness, fatigue, and distractions.
There are some common medication errors that occur often. One is taking the wrong medication. This can happen if you are taking multiple medications and confuse them. Another common error is taking the wrong dose of a medication. This can be a problem if you don’t know how to properly measure the medication or if you don’t understand the instructions.
Other medication errors include taking a medication at the wrong time or skipping a dose. Taking your medication with food or drink can also lead to errors.
If you are taking medication, it is important to be aware of these potential errors and to take steps to prevent them. Make sure you read all labels and instructions carefully. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. And always follow the medication schedule prescribed by your healthcare provider.
Why are medication errors such an issue?
Medication errors cause adverse effects for patients such as:
- Increased hospitalisation
- Increased healthcare cost
- Distrust in the healthcare system
- Severe injury
- Decline in health condition
- In some cases medication errors can cause death
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