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Pharmacology Assignment: Genita Cough

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Pharmacology Assignment

Genita Balkissoon

Delsym/ Dextromethorphan: I think the trade name was used to appeal to the parent and child. It is easier to say than the generic name.

Rtional /Purpose : Delsym is used For relief of coughs for chronic nonproductive cough.
Age Range: According to the manufactures label, For Children 12 Years of Age and Over: 10 ml every 12 hours, and should not to exceed 20 ml in 24 hours. For Children 6 to Under 12 Years of Age: 5 ml every 12 hours, and should not to exceed 10 ml in 24 hours. For Children 4 to Under 6 Years of Age: 2.5 ml every 12 hours, and should not to exceed 5 ml in 24 hours. This medication is taken by mouth in liquid form.

Possible side effects and toxicity: If a high dose is …show more content…

Do not use dosing cup with other products. Parents should check label for accurate dosing by age. If the child had a cough lasting over 1 week or if cough is accompanied by fever, chest pain, persistent headache, or skin rash the parents should contact health care provider.
Any restrictions or limitations : Medication should not be used for chronic productive coughs, Cough that lasts more than 1 week or is accompanied by fever, rash, or headache. Do not use if child under for years of Age. I agree with all these limitations especially if the medication is not safe for kid under four it should be …show more content…

Rational /Purpose Imodium controls the symptoms of diarrhea in children. I think the drug is beneficial to a child. Diarrhea can me a symptom that is straining on both the child and the parent. The child is also at risk for dehydration.

Age range. According to the label, Children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) take 15 mL after the first loose stool, 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool but no more than 30 mL in 24 hours. Children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) take 15 mL after the first loose stool, 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool but no more than 45 mL in 24 hours. Children 12 years and over take 30 mL after the first loose stool, 15 mL after each subsequent stool, no more than 60 mL in 24 hours. This is taken by mouth in liquid form.

Possible side effects and toxicity: Most common side effects include Drowsiness, tiredness, and dizziness may occur. Overdosage which can lead to toxicity can cause hepatic dysfunction, urinary retention, and CNS depression in

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