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Types & frequency of Medication Errors
| # | Type of error | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | DDIs | 107 (68.2) |
| 2 | Incorrect interval | 19 (12.1) |
| 3 | Overdose | 11 (7) |
| 4 | Incomplete prescription | 8 (5) |
| 5 | Underdose | 4 (2.6) |
| 6 | Monitoring | 4 (2.6) |
| 7 | Incorrect drug | 2 (1.3) |
| 8 | Allergy | 2 (1.3) |
