Can I Get Compensation for Gentamicin Loss of Balance?
The inappropriate use of the antibiotic Gentamicin is known to have potentially devastating side-effects. If medical professionals fail to protect the patient from these effects, the impact can permanently affect the patient's ability to work and function as normal.
The administration of Gentamicin
The antibiotic Gentamicin requires very careful consideration if it is to be used to treat a patient's infection. Although a highly-effective and useful antibiotic, it can cause debilitating problems if incorrectly administered.
Precise NICE guidelines exist regarding the prescription and administration of this powerful antibiotic.
The guidelines clarify the infections for which it might be used as well as dosage instructions, dosage intervals, contra-indications and relevant patient factors which might influence the suitability of using this drug and the precautions to take in its administration and the monitoring of the patient.
Pre-existing kidney problems, the weight and age of the patient and any previous courses of Gentamicin are significant factors to be taken into account.
Regular monitoring is also important in order to ensure that any signs that the patient is not coping well with the Gentamicin.
Possible side-effects
Incorrect prescription and administration of Gentamicin can cause severe and debilitating side-effects including the following:
- Kidney problems, potentially leading to kidney failure
- Hearing problems
- Balance disorders
- Dizziness and mobility problems
If medical professionals are found to have failed in their duty to protect the patient from harm, it may be appropriate to make a claim for compensation.
Medical negligence
If the patient is given an inappropriate dosage or administration routine, or inadequate monitoring leads to a failure to amend the prescription as necessary, the medical professionals may be regarded as having acted negligently.
A patient who is damaged by the effects of Gentamicin poisoning may suffer a lifetime of disability and financial loss.
A successful compensation claim can help to resolve some of the problems they are otherwise likely to encounter.
Speak to a solicitor
If you or a loved one are suffering the long-term impact of Gentamicin poisoning due to failures by medical professionals in the prescription and administration of this drug, contact Glynns Solicitors to talk to a specialist medical negligence solicitor.
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