Causality and avoidability of adverse drug reactions of antibiotics in hospitalized children: a cohort study.

Sheila Feitosa RamosFernando de Castro Araújo-NetoGiulyane Targino Aires-MorenoDyego Carlos Souza Anacleto de AraújoElisângela da Costa LimaDivaldo Pereira de Lyra

Published in: International journal of clinical pharmacy (2021)

Causality and severity assessment indicated that most adverse drug reactions were probable and moderate. Possibly avoidable reactions occurred due to inappropriate prescribing when preventive measures were not implemented. Monitoring the use of antibiotics in children is essential to ensure the safety of these patients.

Keyphrases

adverse drug
electronic health record
emergency department
end stage renal disease
young adults
drug induced
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
high intensity
patient reported outcomes