The use of ethanol in paediatric formulations in New Zealand.

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The use of ethanol in paediatric formulations in New Zealand.

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Children’s right to access safe and effective medicines is recognised globally. Ethanol, used in paediatric liquid formulations as a solvent and preservative, is associated with safety concerns with respect to both acute ingestion and chronic exposure. In addition, families may have cultural or religious values making ethanol use inappropriate when alternatives are available. International guidelines aim to reduce, and if possible eliminate, the use of ethanol in paediatric medicines. Guideli...

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Research paper

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Journal article

Date created

2013-07

Creator

Svirskis, Darren / Toh, M / Ram, Sanyogita

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http://hdl.handle.net/2292/23165

Related subjects

Humans / Ethanol / Solutions / Administration, Oral / Drug Labeling / Pediatrics / Chemistry, Pharmaceutical / Adolescent / Child / Child, Preschool / Infant / New Zealand / Guidelines as Topic / Patient Safety

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