What are the Consequences of Neglecting Chemical Stability?
Neglecting chemical stability can have serious consequences, including: - Reduced Efficacy: Medications may lose their therapeutic effectiveness, leading to inadequate patient care. - Toxicity: Degradation products can be harmful and pose health risks to patients. - Economic Loss: Unstable medications may have to be discarded, leading to financial loss for healthcare facilities. - Legal and Ethical Issues: Administering unstable or degraded medications can result in legal repercussions and ethical dilemmas for healthcare providers.
