There are delicate processes involved when it comes to drug manufacturing, pharmacology, and prescribing drugs, which require individuals to exercise great care.
Medications can come with a variety of risks, one of which is allergic reactions. Some allergic reactions can cause lifelong implications and range from mild to severe. Some allergic reactions can cause brain damage or even death if left untreated.
Allergic reactions can sometimes occur even if the medication has been taken correctly and is subjective to each individual patient. For example, if a patient has a certain allergy and does not inform the medical practitioner, resulting in side effects of the medication.
If you or someone you care for has suffered from a reaction to medication that has been prescribed incorrectly, then you could be entitled to compensation. If you have been a victim of medical malpractice or negligence, then you deserve justice. Medical professionals have a duty of care to their patients, and as a patient, you should be able to trust and confide in your doctor.
Get in touch with The Law Place today to arrange a free consultation. We offer free legal advice from a personal injury attorney and can provide information and support for your case. Call us now on (941) 444-4444.
How Do Allergic Reactions to Prescription Drugs Happen?
Drug allergies should be recorded on a patient’s medical file and need to be accessible by a medical practitioner to avoid the wrong medication being prescribed.
Allergic reactions typically occur when the body reacts to a foreign substance in the system, medication is a foreign substance which, when administered incorrectly, can cause negative side effects. If a patient has an intolerance to a key ingredient such as milk and a milk-derivative medication is prescribed, then a negative allergic reaction can occur. Allergies should be listed in the patients’ medical files and acknowledged by the medical practitioner.
If prescription medication is taken by a patient and they are allergic, then this can cause a serious negative reaction and even injury. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include low blood pressure, seizures, fever, breathing complications, death, and brain damage. In the event of medical malpractice, it may be necessary for a medical malpractice lawsuit to take place. This will allow the patients and their loved ones to be compensated for the medication error and bring the individual responsible to justice, making sure this situation can be prevented in the future.
It will be the responsibility of a reputable law firm to work with the patient and assess liability, using various information to ascertain the truth.
When the Doctor is Negligent
In a situation where the doctor knowingly prescribes the wrong medication containing a known allergy, then this falls under the medical malpractice category, and the doctor responsible can be held liable. Unfortunately, it is more likely for the allergy to be unknown by the doctor, in which case it would be the doctor’s duty of care to perform allergy testing. If this is not completed by the doctor, then they can still be liable for prescribing the wrong medication.
A doctor who has prescribed incorrect medication is negligent. To make sure they are held accountable, proof of their negligence is required. If a situation occurred where the medical practitioner was in a hurry, so did not have time to perform an allergy test that resulted in negligence and subsequent injury, contact our law firm today. If you are unsure of your claim’s validity, you should speak to an experienced attorney as soon as possible.
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When the Pharmaceutical Company is Negligent
In many cases of allergic reactions to medications, it is usually a result of pharmaceutical companies behaving irresponsibly. The fault rarely lies with the medical practitioner.
In many pharmaceutical companies, prescription drugs need to be stored following correct procedures in order to avoid cross-contamination with non-prescription drugs. Prescription medications should be stored accurately, and any drug handling machinery needs to be stored correctly and sterilized. If procedures are not followed, it could lead to a patient having a severe allergic reaction as a result of cross-contamination.
When this situation occurs, it is medical malpractice, and the pharmaceutical company can be held liable. It is important that these issues are reported and that those responsible are held accountable and brought to justice. It is also important that current procedures are reviewed and improved to prevent further medication errors. Pharmaceutical companies are responsible for public health, and if cross-contamination occurs, then it is their responsibility to address this issue instead of cutting corners to reduce costs. The multi-billion-dollar industry has a duty of care to the public, as side effects can be lethal and claim lives.
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When Pharmacists are Negligent
In some circumstances, a pharmacist can be liable for medication errors. Pharmacists have the authority to change the drugs originally prescribed by the doctor to reduce costs for the patient. The drug can be the same ingredients created by a different company under a separate brand, and in some cases, these alternative brands can contain allergens, which could result in an allergic reaction for a patient.
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Reactions to Medication in Fort Myers, FL
If you have suffered in the hands of a medical error from a doctor, pharmacist, or pharmaceutical company, then you could be entitled to compensation, either for yourself or a loved one. Investigating the root cause of medical malpractice can be a lengthy process, as evidence will need to be collected. If a large corporate pharmaceutical company is involved with an experienced legal team, then this process can take even longer. The Law Place can provide you with representation should your case go to court. A personal injury lawyer will be assigned to your case and will be dedicated and supportive throughout the entire process.
How Long Do You Have to File A Medication Lawsuit?
Florida Statue 95.11 lays out the Statute of Limitations regarding personal injury claims. With these laws in place, a four-year period is allowed between the date of the incident and the date the claim is made. This can be extended in the event of mitigating circumstances that requires an extended hospital stay, e.g., a coma.
Any claim that is made sooner would be beneficial to the claimant as the evidence would be fresh, especially if there are several parties involved as a result of a lawsuit surrounding prescription drugs.
How The Law Place Can Help
We would always encourage any victim of medication errors to discuss their situation with a lawyer immediately after suffering serious side effects. The Law Place has experience in dealing with medical malpractice claims and understands the process for obtaining compensation.
The Law Place offers a free consultation in order to gather as much information as possible, giving you the option on whether to progress with representation and if so, then we will take the case and represent you in a professional manner, relieving you of the stress involved and allowing you to relax.
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Once representation is agreed to, an experienced and professional attorney will work on your behalf to seek justice, holding those responsible for the medical malpractice accountable for their negligence. The attorneys at The Law Place are dedicated and passionate and will work hard to seek justice, putting pressure on the American Healthcare System.
The Law Place has dealt with a variety of cases throughout Florida, and we collectively have over 75 years of experience. We are available seven days a week, 24 hours a day, so call us today for a free consultation on (941) 444-4444.
