How to deal with medication errors Medication errors can occur for a variety of reasons and when they do, there are potentially serious consequences for patients. MDU medico-legal adviser Dr Kathryn Leask offers guidance on what to do in the event of a medication error. by Dr Kathryn Leask Sign in to continue Sign In Email address Password Stay signed in Trouble signing in? Reset password: Click here Need help? Email us Register FREE Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Register Now Take a 30-day trial Join MIMS now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Join GPOnline now and pay nothing for the first 30 days Sign Up Sign Up