Use of cough syrup in children

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Cough Syrup Use in Children: Quiz

Test your knowledge and awareness of cough syrup guidelines and practices for children under 6 years. This quiz delves into prescribing habits, safety concerns, and alternative remedies.

  • Assess your understanding of official guidelines
  • Evaluate common prescriptions and alternatives
  • Identify concerns about cough medications
6 Questions2 MinutesCreated by PrescribingParent321
Are you aware of any guidelines or MOH advisory on use of cough syrup in children?
Yes
No
How often do you prescribe cough syrup to children < 6 years presenting with cough in your clinical practice?
Always
Usually
Sometimes
Rarely
Never
What other medications do you commonly prescribe with cough syrups for coughs and common colds in children?
Antihistamines E.g., cetirizine, desloratidine
Antibiotics
Antipyretics/analgesics
Combination of antibiotics and antihistamines
Combination of antibiotics, antihistamines and antipyretics
Combination of antihistamines and antipyretics
None
What is your main concern regarding cough syrup or cold medications in children?
Safety concerns
Efficacy concerns
No concerns regarding the cough syrups
Not aware
Which active pharmaceutical ingredient of cough syrup do you commonly consider when prescribing cough syrups?
Decongestants: E.g., Pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine
Antihistamines: chlorpheniramine maleate, diphenhydramine, and doxylamine succinate.
Expectorants: guaifenesin.
Cough suppressants: dextromethorphan.
Not aware of any active ingredients in cough syrup
None
What other alternative remedies/advice do you offer to children for cough and common cold?
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