Priyanka S
Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Vinayaka Missions Kirupananda Variyar Medical College And Hospitals, Salem, IndiaPublications
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Research
Comparison Of Efficacy And Acceptability Of Ondansetron Oral Solution Versus Oral Dissolving Films In The Management Of Vomiting In Children
Author(s): Saranya Ravichandran*, Saranya Lakshmanapillai Ramupillai, Rangasamy Krishnamoorthy and Priyanka S
Introduction: Oral administration of antiemetic is a very convenient route preferred by children and parents. The most common oral form used in pediatrics is liquid formulation. Orally disintegrating soluble films appear promising for use in pediatric population. Hence this study was conducted to compare the efficacy and acceptability of ondansetron oral solution and oral dissolving films in management of vomiting in children. Methodology: A prospective observational study was conducted among children attending OP & Emergency department with vomiting due to Acute Gastroenteritis in the age group 1-6 years. For the purpose of the study children were divided in to two groups, one group will receive the oral ondansetron syrup and other group will receive the oral dissolving films of ondansetron. Children were observed in OP for 1 hour and monitored for vomiting. Child’s accepta.. Read More»