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Over 100,000 reports are sent to the FDA each year concerning medication errors, highlighting the crucial need for accurate documentation. This is where the Medication Administration Record, or MAR sheet, comes in as a vital tool in healthcare settings to ensure patient safety and reduce dangerous dosing mistakes.

Globally, medication errors result in an estimated $42 billion in annual costs [1.7.1]. To prevent these often-devastating mistakes, healthcare professionals rely on a critical tool. So, **what does MAR stand for in medication?** It stands for **Medication Administration Record**, a legal document that tracks every drug given to a patient [1.2.3, 1.4.2].