What are the guidelines for using corticosteroids in pediatric patients and how can their use balance therapeutic benefits with the risks of growth and developmental issues?
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What are the guidelines for using corticosteroids in pediatric patients and how can their use balance therapeutic benefits with the risks of growth and developmental issues?
1. In pediatric patients, corticosteroids should be prescribed at the lowest effective dose and for the shortest duration to minimize risks like growth suppression.
2. Pediatric corticosteroid use requires careful monitoring for growth and development impacts, adjusting dosages as needed to balance therapy benefits against potential harms.
3. When prescribing corticosteroids for children, clinicians must weigh therapeutic advantages against risks such as delayed growth and hormonal imbalances, often consulting pediatric endocrinologists.
4. Guidelines for corticosteroids in children recommend routine growth monitoring and considering alternate-day dosing to reduce impacts on growth and development.