PHAR 454 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Antipyretic, Trachea, Opiate
12 Feb 2017
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Describe the series of events that led the fda and health canada to release advisories regarding the use of these products in children. Describe the common parental misconceptions about otc cough and cold product use. Explain the therapeutic concerns surrounding the sue of decongestants, antihistamines , expectorants and cough suppressants in pediatrics. Given a case scenario of a child with the common cold, provide advice to a parent on drug and non-drug measures. Sx: rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, cough, low-grade fever, sneezing, mild aches. Common pathogens: rhinovirus, para-influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) More common in kids who attend daycare. Generally adults respond better to otc c&c products than young children. Common misconceptions about otc use: c&c medications cure the common cold, acetaminophen cures or treats the common cold. 66% reported giving tylenol; 8% reported giving apap. 23% reported giving motrin; 15% reported giving ibuprofen. 100 parents were asked about recent use of otcs.
