What information must be included on a prescription label in Michigan?

The inclusion of the patient's name, medication name, and dosage instructions on a prescription label is crucial for ensuring patient safety and effective medication administration. Each of these components serves an important purpose:

• The patient's name verifies that the medication is being dispensed to the correct individual, which helps to prevent errors and potential harm from misdispensing.

• The medication name along with the dosage instructions provides essential guidance for how the medication should be taken, ensuring the patient understands the intended use, proper dosing schedule, and any critical information about the drug's administration.

Including only the medication name and dosage, or just the prescriber’s information and pharmacy address, would not suffice for a comprehensive and safe dispensing process. Similarly, while a patient's allergies and medical history are vital for clinical decisions, they are not typically a requirement on a prescription label in Michigan. The focus is primarily on identifiable information that supports the safe and effective use of the medication.