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Chloral Hydrate: Is It Still Being Used? Are There Safer Alternatives?

Authors :
Grissinger, Matthew
Source :
P&T: A Peer-Reviewed Journal for Managed Care & Formulary Management; Aug2019, Vol. 44 Issue 8, p444-459, 16p
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

Using chloral hydrate carries a risk of adverse events and compounding errors, and much of the available literature recommends using alternative sedatives for pediatric patients. But evidence regarding the efficacy of chloral hydrate and of alternative agents is conflicting. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10521372
Volume :
44
Issue :
8
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
P&T: A Peer-Reviewed Journal for Managed Care & Formulary Management
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
138079507