Stop Errors Between Dexamethasone and Dexmedetomidine in Their Tracks

May 2019

A handful of recent errors will put a focus on mix-ups between dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine (Precedex).

In most cases, the sedative dexmedetomidine was accidentally selected in place of the corticosteroid dexamethasone.

These errors are concerning...but not surprising.

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Table of Contents

Med Safety Optimize the Appearance of Med Warnings to Help Them Get Noticed
Certification Watch for Changes to Pharmacy Tech Certification and Credentialing
Medication Errors Stop Errors Between Dexamethasone and Dexmedetomidine in Their Tracks
Women's Health Anticipate That Brexanolone Will Be Saved for Severe Postpartum Depression
Transitions of Care Catch Common Med Mishaps in Patients Transferring Out of ICU
Depression Find Out if Your Hospital Will Administer Spravato for Depression
Pumps Help Prevent Issues When a Patient With an Intrathecal Pump Is Admitted
Parkinson's Disease Inbrija Will Be an Inhaled "On Demand" Med for Parkinson's Disease
Ophthalmology Look for the New Rx Eye Drop Cequa for Dry Eyes
ADHD Expect to Hear About Psychosis With ADHD Stimulants