PHARM: PEDIATRIC 1

Question 1

1) Combination acetaminophen products for conditions such as ____?____
2) Should not be used in children younger than___?
3) Recommended or not recommended?

(MedlinePlus)

Answer 1

1) Combination acetaminophen products for cough and colds that contain nasal decongestants, antihistamines, cough suppressants, and expectorants
2) should not be used in children younger than 2 years of age. Use of these medications in young children can cause serious and life-threatening effects or death.
3) In children 2 through 11 years of age, combination cough and cold products should be used carefully and only according to the directions on the label.

Question 2

RSV med for high risk infants?

NIH

Answer 2

Synagis in monthly injections during the entire RSV season, because each injection gives protection for only 30 days.