Provides essential practical information to all healthcare professionals involved in the prescribing, dispensing, monitoring and administration of medicines to children.
Information in the BNFC has been validated against emerging evidence, best practice guidelines and advice from a network of clinical experts. The text is published under the authority of a Paediatric Formulary Committee.
* Guidance on the drug management of common childhood condition
* Practical advice on topics such as prescription writing and reporting adverse drug reactions
* Hands-on information on prescribing, monitoring, dispensing and administering medicines for childhood disorders
* Comprehensive dosing guidance for children from birth up to 18 years old
* Details (including indicative prices) of products on the market as well as reference to many essential products that are not licensed
* Indication of the licensing status of drugs
