What to do if my prescription was sent to the wrong pharmacy and when it was sent it to the right one they messed up the dosage and gave me double?
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What to do if my prescription was sent to the wrong pharmacy and when it was sent it to the right one they messed up the dosage and gave me double?
It was supposed to be 30 mg. and they gave me 60 mg. They offered me money but wanted to know if there is anything I can do legally. Should I take the money or talk to an attorney?
Asked on March 22, 2012 under Malpractice Law, Indiana
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Were you injured--that is the key issue. What you describe may well be malpractice or negligence--they carelessly gave you the wrong dosage, violating their professional obligations and their duty to you. However, the legal system does not provide compensation for wrongful acts unaccompanied by some actual harm. If you did not injure significant injury, or need significant additional medical treatment, or lose significant wages, etc., then there is nothing to sue for--the pharmacy may be in the wrong, but you'd pay more to sue them then you could recover.
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