Overdosing may lead to side effects and under-dosing will lead to unsatisfactory response or development of resistance in cases of antibiotics. Pediatric doses vary with the age, weight, surface area and disease, etc. This book is designed to be a practical and convenient guide to the dosing and usage of medications in children. It is not intended to compete with the already well-established books. I am pleased to have the opportunity to write this first edition of Pediatric Drug Doses. I have tried to retain the format of the previous edition to avoid new feeling and shall continue to enjoy the same patronage of the reading in this edition.
Quick reference chart for IV medication and administering medication to children had been included which will be very helpful practically to young residents, doctors and practicing pediatricians. In this edition existing drugs are updated, few drugs are omitted and many more new drugs are added.
I am very thankful to all who accepted and appreciated my first edition. Tradition of this publication began in 2009. Welcome to this edition of the Pediatric Drug Doses.
