Pediatric Pharmacology Flashcards
1
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Neonates Increased absorption: (due to achlorhydria)
A
penicillins
erythromycin
2
Q
Neonates Decreased absorption:
A
acetaminophen
3
Q
Neonates similar absorption to adults
A
cotrimoxazole (SMZ-TMP)
sulfonamides
4
Q
Renal Elimination
A
Elimination of drugs much faster than neonates and adults
Higher doses and shorter dosing intervals
5
Q
Tylenol Dosage formulations:
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Drops: 80 mg/1 ml
Children’s Tylenol: 160 mg/5 ml
6
Q
Ibuprofen Dosing
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Ibuprofen comes in two liquid strengths and two chewable tablets:
Dose ibuprofen 5-10mg/kg per dose, every 6 hours.
Reserve the 10mg/kg for high fevers
Motrin is not labeled for infants <6months!!
