Help Prevent Mishaps Involving Unusual Dosing Schedules

You’re in a prime spot to help prevent med errors related to unique dosing schedules (weekly, monthly, etc) in the hospital.

For example, FDA recently added a boxed warning for methotrexate about fatal med errors where weekly doses were accidentally taken daily.

Take note of meds that usually have out of the ordinary dosing during med histories and order entry. Double-check the dosage form, strength, and directions...and alert a pharmacist if these don’t seem to line up.