Case Files from the University of California San Diego Medical Toxicology Fellowship: Neonatal Flecainide Toxicity from an Accidental Dosing Error.

This article discusses a case of neonatal flecainide toxicity resulting from a dosing error. It explores the narrow therapeutic index of flecainide and the potential for toxicity in pediatric patients. The article highlights previous cases of dosing errors and their adverse effects. It also discusses the use of activated charcoal and sodium bicarbonate as treatments for flecainide toxicity, as well as other interventions that have shown promise. The document concludes by suggesting measures to prevent dosing errors in the pediatric population. [Extracted from the article]