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Who should be contacted to report an adverse medication reaction?

Reports from health professionals are preferred, in particular from doctors and other prescribers, pharmacists and nurses. Interestingly, 65% of the reports CARM receives are from community doctors (mostly general practitioners) while hospital doctors contribute 17% of the reports.

Who is responsible for reporting an adverse drug reaction?

Physicians' professional commitment to advance scientific knowledge and make relevant information available to patients, colleagues, and the public carries with it the responsibility to report suspected adverse events resulting from the use of a drug or medical device.

When should an adverse drug reaction be reported?

Serious reactions include those that are fatal, life-threatening, disabling, incapacitating, or which result in or prolong hospitalisation, or a congenital abnormality; they should be reported even if the effect is well recognised.

Who to talk to about medications?

Your pharmacist can help you learn how to use your prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines safely and effectively. You can also use these tips when talking with your other healthcare providers.