Metformin for Obese Children: Effects Explored in New Study
For obese hyperinsulinemic children, metformin seems to decrease perceived hunger and increase perceived fullness.
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Xtoro Suspension Approved for Swimmer’s Ear
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Xtoro (finafloxacin otic suspension; Alcon) for the treatment of acute otitis externa (also known as swimmer’s ear) caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus.
The Effects of Risperidone on Prolactin Levels in Children
According to a new study, an increase in serum PRL levels with risperidone therapy could be related not just to the drug and its dosage, but also to sex, pubertal stage, psychiatric disease, and associated autoimmune disorders.
High Blood Sugar in Children May Slow Brain Growth
Chronic high blood sugar in young children may lead to slower brain development, new research by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has shown.
Fatal Case of Legionnaires’ in Infant After Water Birth
A Texas infant has died from Legionnaires’ disease after being born in a whirlpool tub.
Fewer Teens Abusing Narcotics and Alcohol, but E-Cigarette Rates High
Use of cigarettes, alcohol and prescription pain drugs for non-medical use by teenagers have declined since 2013, although rates of e-cigarette use among this population is concerning.
ADHD Rx Tied to Fewer Injuries in Kids with Disorder
Taking medication for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) might reduce the risk of young patients accidentally injuring themselves, new research suggests.
Potential Drug-Drug Interactions Occur in Nearly Half of Pediatric Hospitalizations
Nearly half of pediatric patients treated at a children’s hospital may be exposed to a potential drug-drug interaction (PDDI), which could lead to significant medication-related adverse drug events (ADEs).
Cobalamin Defects May Explain Neurologic Regression in Children
Cobalamin defects can account for neurologic regression in healthy children, according to a case report.
PCPs: Inform Families of Sickle Cell Trait in Newborns, Says CDC
Primary care providers should offer educational materials and provide genetic counseling to families when they receive positive results for sickle cell trait (SCT) at the time of newborn screening, according to a new CDC report.
