Are you discussing pill-swallowing issues with your patients?
of people who experience difficulty swallowing pills have discussed the problem with their healthcare provider6
Possible Benefits of a Liquid
The AAP recommends liquid formulations as an option for the management of chronic hypertension in children aged 6 years to 17 years1
Easy to swallow: Especially helpful for children and those who have swallowing difficulties7,8
Easy to titrate: Liquid formulations make it easier to adjust dosing and titrate7,8
Easy to dose: Avoids the variability of splitting, crushing, and sprinkling9-11
The Best Pharmaceuticals for Children Act has identified easy-to-swallow pediatric formulations as a priority need12
AAP=American Academy of Pediatrics.
References:
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