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Evaluation of frequency of paediatric oral liquid medication dosing errors by caregivers: amoxicillin and josamycin.
Berthe-Aucejo A, Girard D, Lorrot M, et al. Evaluation of frequency of paediatric oral liquid medication dosing errors by caregivers: amoxicillin and josamycin. Arch Dis Child. 2016;101(4):359-64. doi:10.1136/archdischild-2015-309426.
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April 15, 2016
Berthe-Aucejo A, Girard D, Lorrot M, et al. Arch Dis Child. 2016;101(4):359-64.
This prospective observational study demonstrated that caregivers of pediatric patients experienced difficulties in reconstituting and dosing liquid medications, consistent with prior studies. Family education and enhanced instructions are needed to improve safety of pediatric medication use.
