Pediatric Flashcards
describe intrauterine
passive absorption
zero direct application
not a priority
little understanding
describe neonate
passive/active
direct application
not a priority
describe infant
active/passive absorption
direct application
one of the focus groups
describe child
active reabsorption
direct application
product choice important
describe adolescent
active absorption
close to adult conditions
unique due to growth transistion
influences of variable ADME
continuous growth
different diet/grwoth/nutrient requirement
lack of expression
age, weight, size variable
4 properties of dosage forms
convenience
choice
reasonable priced
stable
what is bioequivalence
different brands have the same active ingredient, concentration, and dose therfore same biological activity
bad things about sweeteners
calories load
tooth decay
diabetic children
incompatible
problems with colorants and flavors
allergenic
incompatible
no medicinal value
try to limit
what is ethanol used for
solvent
absorption enhancer
problems with lactose
intolerance
diarrhea
problem with benzalkoium
bronchoconstriction
problems with parabens
hypersensitivity
problems wiht benzyl alcohol
metabolic acidosis
neurotoxicity