Table 5.
Distribution of medication classes involved in medication error
| Drug class | n (%) | Drug class | n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analgesic | 40 (9.75) | Anti-thrombolytic | 21 (5.12) |
| Antacid and antiemetic | 28 (6.82) | Bronchodilators | 01 (0.24) |
| Anti-arrhythmic | 02 (0.48) | Electrolyte concentrate | 09 (2.19) |
| Antibiotic | 81 (19.75) | Hypoglycemic agents | 04 (0.97) |
| Antiepileptic | 20 (4.87) | Multivitamin | 05 (1.21) |
| Anti-hemorrhagic | 05 (1.21) | Others | 83 (20.24) |
| Antihistamine | 03 (0.73) | Sedatives and hypnotics | 13 (3.16) |
| Antihypertensive | 46 (11.21) | Lipid-lowering drugs | 05 (1.21) |
| Antiplatelet | 26 (6.34) | Corticosteroids | 15 (3.65) |
| Antipsychotics | 02 (0.48) | Thyroid agent | 01 (0.24) |