AAP issues first guideline for opioid prescribing in children, emphasizing non-opioid treatments, naloxone prescription, and safer practices.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued its first guideline for prescribing opioids to children, emphasizing their use only when necessary and starting with non-opioid treatments for mild to moderate pain. The guideline recommends prescribing naloxone with every opioid prescription and incorporating non-pharmacological methods like physical therapy. Restrictions on codeine and tramadol use in young patients are also highlighted, supporting safer prescribing practices.

September 30, 2024
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