Tag: Relative contraindication

Studies estimate that preventable adverse drug reactions (ADRs) account for up to 52% of ADRs among outpatients and 45% among inpatients [1.7.6]. A key tool in preventing these events is understanding the answer to: **what does an absolute contraindication mean?**

A 2025 study found that 54% of outpatient prescriptions were for a contraindicated use [1.9.1]. But what is contra prescribed for? A contraindication is a specific reason a person should not receive a particular treatment or medication because it may be harmful [1.3.1, 1.3.2].