Double Down on Efforts to Improve Methotrexate Safety

January 2024

You’ll see new strategies to prevent errors with methotrexate...since dangerous mix-ups with this “high-alert” med aren’t going away.

A big issue is dosing. Accidentally taking methotrexate DAILY versus WEEKLY can lead to liver damage, immunosuppression, and death.

The Institute for Safe Med Practices (ISMP) is encouraging that computer systems default to “weekly” directions for oral methotrexate Rxs...and require an indication if it’s prescribed daily.

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