BNF for Children 2010-2011
The British National Formulary for Children 2010-2011 has been updated, published and made available online.
Hard copies can be ordered from the publishers however many NHS staff will receive a free hard copy through usual channels and can also access the online version at http://www.bnfc.nhs.uk.
Update prescribing information in this revision include:
- Equivalent doses of morphine sulphate and diamorphine hydrochloride table: the table has been updated to improve clarity
- Constipation: advice now takes into account the recommendations of the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE)
- Melatonin: shared-care protocol that specify the manufacturer for the melatonin to be dispensed in the community are recommended
- Paracetamol: dosage advice is now simpler, clearer and more consistent
- Vaccinations in preterm babies: routine immunisation is recommended based on actual date of birth. The increased risk of apnoea in preterm babies is also highlighted with advice on how this should be managed
Action: BNFC is the primary source of prescribing information when prescribing to all children up to the age of 18 years.
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