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Latest news and quick-reference resources collated by the MIMS editors to support primary care prescribing in child health, including immunisations and ADHD.
Latest news
First obesity treatment approved for adolescents
Saxenda (liraglutide) can now be prescribed to treat...
Don't prescribe antibiotics for childhood chest infections, GPs advised
Clinicians should not prescribe antibiotics for most...
Chloramphenicol eye drops safe for under 2s, says MHRA
The balance between the benefits and risks of chloramphenicol...
Chloramphenicol eye drop contraindication advice published
Advice on the contraindication for use of chloramphenicol...
Paediatric contraindication for chloramphenicol eye drops
Chloramphenicol eye drops should no longer be used...
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Guide to treatment options for selected paediatric conditions:
ADHD (including methylphenidate)
Growth disorders (including somatropin and somatostatin)
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External resources
Useful websites and online tools to support prescribing for paediatric conditions.