Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:
Baclofen may be confused with Bactroban
Lioresal may be confused with lisinopril, Lotensin
High alert medication:
The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) includes this medication among its list of drug classes (epidural and intrathecal medications) which have a heightened risk of causing significant patient harm when used in error (High-Alert Medications in Acute Care Settings).
Administration issues:
Different concentrations of the oral liquid are available; ensure appropriate strength and dose of oral liquid prior to administering, dispensing, and prescribing.
