Drug dosing has been the focus of recent news reports related to FDA actions. Manufacturers of acetaminophen containing products have been instructed to limit the amount of acetaminophen in their products. This is evidence that even in the case of drug classifications which are familiar and include over-the-counter products, dosage ranges should be carefully evaluated. When drug exposure includes more than one product, this can be a particularly difficult scenario in pediatric dosage calculations. This recent news demonstrates that regulatory agencies will attempt to address these issues as they relateto product strengths. The full exposure to a drug though all possible sources should be checked prior to dose administration.
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