Accuracy of intravenous and enteral preparations involving small volumes for paediatric use: a review.

Journal: European journal of hospital pharmacy : science and practice
Published Date: Jan 4, 2017

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Children often need to be administered very small volumes of medicines that are authorised for use in adults. Neonatal drug delivery is particularly challenging, and doses are often immeasurable with the equipment currently available.

Authors

  • L P Ainscough
    School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
  • J L Ford
    School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
  • C W Morecroft
    School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
  • M Peak
    Paediatric Medicines Research Unit, Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK.
  • M A Turner
    Liverpool Women's Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK.
  • A J Nunn
    School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
  • M Roberts
    School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.

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