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[Development of a practical guide for utilization of injectable drugs in neonatology and in pediatrics]
B Veillet1, C Courrege, H Poujol
1CHU de Nîmes, Nîmes, France.
Insights
Limited data exists on pediatric medication dosing. This work provides essential information on intravenous medication administration for neonates and children, emphasizing individualized care.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pharmacology
- Neonatal Therapeutics
- Hospital Pharmacy
Context:
- Medication use is common in hospitalized children, but comprehensive dosing data is scarce.
- Existing literature often lacks robust evidence for neonatal and pediatric medication administration.
- Anecdotal reports and small studies form the basis of much current knowledge.
Purpose:
- To compile and present critical information on the intravenous administration of medications in pediatric patients.
- To serve as a valuable resource for healthcare professionals managing medication in neonates and children.
- To address the knowledge gap in pediatric pharmacotherapy.
Summary:
- This resource focuses on the intravenous route of drug administration for pediatric populations.
- It synthesizes available data to guide safe and effective medication use in neonates and children.
- Recommendations are presented with the caveat that clinical individualization is paramount.
Impact:
- Aims to improve the safety and efficacy of medication management in pediatric care.
- Provides a foundation for evidence-based practice in pediatric intravenous drug therapy.
- Supports clinicians in making informed therapeutic decisions for young patients.
Abstract:
Although medications continue to be used extensively in the hospitalized paediatric patient, our knowledge regarding many of these agents remains limited. To date, apart from anecdotal case reports or studies involving a very limited number of patients, few data regarding the dosing and usage of medications in neonates and paediatric patients are available in the literature. This work has been conducted in order to provide sources of information on the intravenous administration of medication to these patients. All recommendations should be individualised in accordance with the clinical situation.