Comprehensive Medication Safety Database

Search 229 medications with comprehensive safety classifications

HAZARDOUS Special handling required
HIGH ALERT Extra precautions needed
CONC. ELECTROLYTE Concentrated electrolyte
FRIDs Fall-Risk Increasing Drugs
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Database contains 229 medications with hazardous, high alert, and concentrated electrolyte classifications

FRIDs - Fall-Risk Increasing Drugs

Insulin High Alert Information

High Alert Warning:

Insulin has a low margin for error, where small dosing mistakes can lead to life-threatening conditions such as severe hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

Reference Source:

Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada. (2003, April). Insulin errors. ISMP Canada Safety Bulletin, 3(4), 1–2. Retrieved August 26, 2025, from https://ismp-canada.org/download/safetyBulletins/ISMPCSB2003-04Insulin.pdf