Prescribing Errors

Prescribing Errors

Types of Errors (IIPDP)

1. Inappropriate Drug Selection

• Contraindicated for the patient (e.g. Pregnancy, Asthma, CKD)

2. Inappropriate Drug Dose

• Miscalculation of the dose

3. Prescribed Drug Without an Indication

• Missing to prescribe a drug for a present indication

4. Duplication of Drug/Class

• Different brands with the same drug

• Different Drugs from the same class

5. Prescription Writing Errors

• Handwriting errors: Unclear prescription

• Use of Abbreviation:

  • 20U → Patient given 200 U instead

  • Bt (Bed time) → BID (twice daily)