Tag: children’s medicine

Respiratory Disorders in Children: How Compounding Can Help

Respiratory Disorders in Children: How Compounding Can Help - Burt's Rx

Respiratory disorders are among the most common illnesses that affect children, particularly those in their early years. These disorders can range from mild conditions such as allergies, to more severe conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Respiratory disorders can cause significant discomfort and distress to children, and in severe cases, they… Read more »

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Why Does Medicine Taste Bad? Here’s How Compounding Can Help!

Why Does Medicine Taste Bad? Here's How Compounding Can Help! - Burt's Rx

Nobody likes to consume a bitter-tasting medicine, especially children. There is a reason for it. Children’s tastebuds are more sensitive to bitter tastes, which makes swallowing a tablet much more difficult. The problem occurs when a kid dealing with a life-threatening illness simply refuses to take the medicine essential to save their life. So, why does… Read more »

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How to Get Rid of Allergies for Children With Compounding

How to Get Rid of Allergies for Children - Burts RX

Allergies can be uncomfortable time for your child. However today we look at strategies of how to get rid of allergies for children with compounding. Read more below… Children and medication are a tricky subject especially when it comes to those who suffer from allergies. Along with the active ingredients, conventional pills and syrups contain… Read more »

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Infant Immunization Week: Why Are Vaccinations for Children Important?

National Infant Immunization Week - Burt's Pharmacy and Compounding Lab

April 27-May 4, 2019, is  National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW). This year, we’ll explore what NIIW is, and why vaccinations for children are so important. This small facet of the World Health Organization’s larger overall World Immunization Week (WIW) gives us the chance to re-focus on the importance of vaccines. NIIW is also the perfect… Read more »

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Pediatric Medication Dosing: What to Know

Child Feeling Sick and Taking Medicine | Burt's Pharmacy and Compounding Lab

Children’s medicine is supposed to help your little ones, but there’s important (and potentially dangerous) things to consider about pediatric medication dosing. There is nothing quite as awful as being the parent of a child who isn’t feeling well. But that’s exactly what happens to hundreds of parents every single year. Unfortunately, finding the right… Read more »

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