People are accidentally given the wrong prescription every day by their local pharmacy. In most cases, these accidents only cause minor inconveniences, such as a second drive to the pharmacy. Other times, getting the wrong medication is a serious issue that can lead to death.
What to Do After Getting the Wrong Medication From Your Pharmacist
If you get the wrong medication from your pharmacy, it’s important to act immediately. If you catch the mistake before taking the medicine, call the pharmacy, let them know of their mistake, and pick up the correct prescription instead.
If you have already taken the medicine before realizing it was the incorrect prescription, contact your pharmacist immediately and discuss whether or not any serious side effects are to be expected. If you start experiencing any negative side effects, seek medical attention immediately.
The Consequences of Pharmacy Error
Unfortunately, the aftermath of taking an incorrect medication can be serious. Some victims have to visit the emergency room to get treatment due to the severity of their side effects. Other patients experience loss of life because of this medical error.
When to Contact an Attorney
If you received the wrong prescription but realize it right away, you can simply get your medicine replaced without any harm coming to you. However, if you did ingest the wrong prescription and suffered side effects, you should contact an attorney.
Contact us today to speak with a certified lawyer and receive a free case review. You can also request a free copy of our e-book “Making Pharmacies Pay for their Mistakes” for more information about pharmacy error and your rights.
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