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Medication Tips & Safety

Dosing help, formulation choices, and medication safety tips from a pediatric pharmacist and mom.

What to Do When Your Kid Spits Out Their Antibiotics

What to Do When Your Kid Spits Out Their Antibiotics

Has anyone else ended up with white, chalky Augmentin liquid all over their face and hair after their kid immediately gags and violently spits a dose out? No? Just me? Kids spitting out antibiotics that don’t taste well is an all-too-common scenario for parents. Some antibiotics, such as amoxicillin,

How to Get Your Toddler to Take Yucky Medicine Without a Battle

How to Get Your Toddler to Take Yucky Medicine Without a Battle

I don’t like to brag, but I consider myself a bit of an expert at yucky medicine administration. I worked for years at a children’s hospital, where I learned all the tricks of the trade from the superstar pediatric nurses. Between nursing and pharmacy, we were usually able

Tylenol vs. Motrin: When to Use Each

Tylenol vs. Motrin: When to Use Each

When your child has a fever, is in pain, or just feels crummy (that's the official medical term for yuckiness in kids), you’re likely reaching for Tylenol® (acetaminophen) or Motrin® (ibuprofen). But what’s the difference? Is one better? Can you alternate them? Do you even need

Summer Travel with Kids: 5 Meds to Pack

Summer Travel with Kids: 5 Meds to Pack

I once heard someone joke, "There's no better time to plan your vacation than during your child's illness." Truer words have never been spoken! My kids don't get sick ALL the time, but between them and their cousins, someone always manages to

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Asthma Inhalers for Kids: A Parent’s Guide to Types & Use

Getting a new asthma diagnosis or receiving a prescription for an inhaler or nebulizer can be very overwhelming for parents. Honestly, I felt overwhelmed the first time I learned about inhalers in school and had to practice counseling a patient! I'm sure my preceptor was laughing at me

Everyday Guide to Kids’ Medications

Everyday Guide to Kids’ Medications

Navigating over-the-counter medications for kids can be tricky, especially when you’re balancing doses, potential side effects, and what’s safe for each age. This guide is here to help you understand some common children’s medications, recommended doses by age, and important safety tips. Common Kids’ Medications & What

5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Your Child’s Medication

5 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Your Child’s Medication

Navigating medications for kids can feel overwhelming, but asking the right questions can make a huge difference in understanding and managing your child’s health. Here’s a quick list of questions to help you make the most of your doctor’s visit and feel confident in your child’s