Look-alikes, sound-alikes: Three cases of insidious medication errors.

Johannes HeckAdrian GrohDirk O StichtenothStefan BleichOlaf Krause

Published in: Clinical case reports (2020)

Physicians should be aware of look-alike/sound-alike (LASA) drug names. Clearly legible drug prescriptions, preferably via electronic drug prescription systems, and the use of Tall Man lettering may help to prevent LASA medication errors.

Keyphrases

adverse drug
healthcare
primary care
patient safety
drug induced
emergency department
electronic health record