Risk Factors Associated With Drug-Related Side Effects in Children: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT: Objective. Children's vulnerability to drug-related side effects has been highlighted in several studies. However, there is no consensus on the risk factors associated with these side effects. This study aimed to investigate risk factors associated with drug-related side effects in children. Methods. This scoping review was conducted across multiple databases. The search strategy was created with a focus on drug-related side effects, as they are more predictable based on the pre-determined risk factors. Data were collected, and reported narratively. Results. The demographic, health, hospital, and drug-related risk factors may cause drug-related side effects in children. Among them, low age, sex, polypharmacy, length of hospitalization, and medications used for comorbid

SUBMITTER: Toni E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11350535 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature