What are some common medications used for neonatal disorders?
Several medications are frequently administered to newborns to manage or treat various conditions. Some of the most commonly used include:
Surfactant – Used to treat Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS). Antibiotics – Used to treat or prevent infections. Caffeine citrate – Used for Apnea of Prematurity. Indomethacin – Used to close a Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA). Prostaglandins – Used to keep the ductus arteriosus open in certain heart conditions.
