Problem: Medication errors can have several root causes, including:
Dispensing errors, those caused by a pharmacist or pharmacy technician
Prescriber errors, those caused from an incorrectly written prescription or medication order
Manufacturing errors, those occurring when the drug is made or packaged
Technical errors, those arising from automation or equipment malfunctions
It is essential to fully understand medication errors to prevent them from occurring and ensure patient safety. In your initial post, discuss which errors have the most potential to happen in the pharmacy and why.