Watch for Confusing Abbreviations With Vaccines

May 2017

You play a key role in preventing errors with vaccine abbreviations.

Generic vaccine names can be a mouthful. It's easier to say or type "Tdap" than "tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis."

But these shortcuts can lead to patients getting the wrong vaccine.

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Table of Contents

Vaccines Watch for Confusing Abbreviations With Vaccines
Acetaminophen Look for Changes in Children's Chewable Acetaminophen Strengths
Respiratory & Allergy The New OTC Xyzal Allergy 24HR is the Same as Rx Xyzal
Rosacea Rhofade Cream for Rosacea Contains the Same Med as Some OTC Nasal Sprays
Overactive Bladder Expect a Shift Toward Fewer Oxybutynin IR Rxs for Overactive Bladder
Gastroenterology Stay Alert for Situations Where Viberzi Should Be Avoided
Cardiology Help Patients Avoid Problems if Fish Oil Supplements Are Used
Pregnancy Watch for Oral Antibiotics That Should Be Avoided During Pregnancy
Cholesterol Expect Repatha and Praluent to be Saved as Add-On Meds For High Cholesterol
Oral Health Alert the Pharmacist to Antibiotic Rxs That Are to Be Used Before Dental Work
Practice Prevent Errors Related to Rx Transfers or "Copies"