Pharmacology class

Question

why should a pharmacy notify a patient's provider of a drug allergic reaction?

Answer 1

For patient safety, as this is the top priority in all healthcare 'first, do no harm'. Passing along this critical piece of information to a patient's provider can prevent another drug allergic reaction to the same drug or even to drugs that may have similar effects. Additionally, emphasizing the awareness of drug allergy reactions can prevent similar potential reactions with other patients the provider may treat.