Kerala Doctors under fire for using 'Repeat All' in prescriptions, sparks safety concerns

Published On 2025-04-12 12:30 GMT   |   Update On 2025-04-12 12:30 GMT
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The use of the shortcut phrase “Repeat All” by doctors on patient prescriptions, instead of writing down each medicine name specifically, has stirred controversy, with concerns emerging over the potential misuse of certain allopathic drugs. Shockingly, it has been found that doctors used this method even on five years old prescriptions.

Government doctors often resort to writing “Repeat All” on prescriptions during hectic outpatient hours, using it as a time-saving measure. However, this practice is not particularly followed by everyone in the medical fraternity.

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