What Factors Influence Medication Dosing in Children?
Several factors influence medication dosing in children, including:
- Age: Different age groups (neonates, infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents) have varying metabolic rates and organ function. - Weight: Dosing is often based on weight (mg/kg) to ensure accuracy. - Body Surface Area (BSA): For some medications, BSA (calculated using height and weight) is a more accurate measure. - Organ Maturity: The maturation of liver and kidney functions affects drug metabolism and excretion.
