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Clinical Characteristics and Prognostic Factors of Hepatobla...
BMC Pediatr.
The prognosis of HB was correlated with the AFP level, platelet count, PRETEXT staging, vascular invasion, and...
16 Apr 2021
Early PARacetamol (EPAR) Trial: A Randomized Controlled Tria...
Neonatology.
Early paracetamol treatment reduced the number of infants requiring intervention for PDA. Short-term safety data...
15 Apr 2021
Effectiveness of Targeted Interventions on Treatment of Infa...
JAMA Pediatr.
Targeted interventions led to improved treatment of infants with bronchiolitis. This study has important...
14 Apr 2021
Polymicrobial Gastroenteritis in Children
Acta Pediatr.
Bacterial enteropathogen co‐infection was most common with E. coli strains and related to higher hospitalisation...
12 Apr 2021
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Billargic (Bilastine Oral Solution) Monograph
Bilastine is used in management of Allergic Rhinoconjunctivitis and Urticaria. Tested and trusted World wide by 104 countries. It is approved by...
Optimizing Inhaled Drug Delivery – Focus on Spacers
This booklet is intended to provide physicians with all the essential information on spacer devices.
Comprehensive Guide on the Use of Live Attenuated Influenza Vaccine (Nasovac-S)
Influenza, one of the most common infectious diseases, is an acute respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. A country like India, apart from...
Inhalation Devices: Guide for Paramedics
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Different Breastfeeding Positions: A Guide to New Moms
A mother may use one of several positions to hold her baby while breastfeeding. There is no one "best" position for every baby and mother; the best p...
How to Ensure Overall Well-being of Your Child?
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Hand Hygiene: All you Need to know about Hand Sanitizers!
Hand hygiene is a great way to prevent infections. Cleaning hands at key times with soap and water or hand sanitizer is one of the most important ste...
Kangaroo Care
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Zinc Supplementation Associated with Improved Treatment Outcomes in Children Hospitalized with Pneumonia
This first-of-its-kind study demonstrated the clinical benefits of zinc supplementation in children hospitalized for pneumonia. The findings suggest...
Treating Functional Constipation in Children: PEG 3350 vs. Lactulose
The study demonstrated PEG 3350 to be better than lactulose for treating functional constipation in pediatric patients, including those aged below 2...
Efficacy of Early Azithromycin Administration in Prevention of Severe LRTI in Children
The present study evaluated early administration of azithromycin, started prior to the onset of severe lower respiratory tract illness (LRTI)...
IV Colistin vs. Combination of IV plus Inhaled Colistin in Critically Ill Children with MDR GNB-associated VAP
Amongst critically ill pediatric patients with MDR GNB-associated VAP, treatment with inhaled plus IV colistin yielded clinical and microbiological...
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Co-morbidities of Allergic Rhinitis in Children
Allergic rhinitis (AR) is an organ-specific manifestation of allergic disease. It is rarely found in isolation and frequently has numerous...
Effect of Zinc on Innate Immunity in Children with Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC)-Induced Diarrhea
Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) is the major bacterial pathogen causing acute watery diarrhea in children from countries of the developing...
Is There an Impact of Early GERD on Childhood Otologic Outcome?
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common problem in children and it has been linked to multiple extraesophageal manifestations. Athough...
Prophylactic and Therapeutic Effect of Zinc on Common Cold in Children
Common cold, just as the name suggests, is one of the most common illnesses, and is a leading cause of doctor visits and missed days from school...
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For children above 5 years of age with non-severe pneumonia, which oral antibiotic do you prescribe?
Amoxycillin
Co-amoxiclav
Cephalosporins (Cefixime/Cefpodoxime/Cefuroxime)
Azithromycin (alone)
Azithromycin (as an add on)
Total votes: 5