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The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group We are an international nonprofit professional association representing the interests of pediatric pharmacists and their patients. We are dedicated to improving medication therapy in children. Our sole purpose is to promote safe and effective medication use in children through communication, education, and research. [Read More] PPAG is proud to offer a new resource for kids and their families, kidsmeds.info. KidsMeds is your online resource for pediatric medication information. ...

Current Issue Cover

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:55:54 GMT

Volume 13 Num ber 2: April-June 2008

Editorial- Medication Errors: Neonates, Infants and Children Are the Most Vulnerable!

Review Article- Once Daily Dosing of Aminoglycosides in Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Patients: A Review of the Literature

Clinical Investigations- Aminophylline Compatibility with Neonatal Total Parenteral Nutrition

Clinical Investigations- Low-Dose Aminophylline for the Treatment of Neonatal Non-Oliguric Renal Failure—Case Series and Review of the Literature

Case Report- Elevated Tobramycin Concentrations Following Endotracheal Administration in a Premature Infant

Therapeutic Dilemma- Unusual Amiodarone Toxicity in a Child

Medication Error Prevention- Neonatal Heparin Overdose—A Multidisciplinary Team Approach to Medication Error Prevention

Annotated Bibliography- Drug Dosing During Continuous Renal Replacement Therapies

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Highlighted Papers

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:29:28 GMT

Guidelines for preventing medication errors in pediatrics.

Stuart R.Levine, Michael R.Cohen, Nicholas R.Blanchard, et al.

J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2001; 6: 426-42
Endorsed by the Society of Pediatric Nurses and the American Society of Health-Systems Pharmacists.

Systematic Steps to Diminish Multi-Fold Medication Errors in Neonates
Joaquim M.B. Pinheiro, Amy L. Mitchell, Timothy S. Lesar

J Pediatric Pharmacol Ther 2003; 8: 266-73
Cited in Joint Commission's Patient Safety Goals

Kelsey's Story
Kevin Roberg

J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2005; 10: 4-7

Association Staff

Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:57:30 GMT

Matthew R. Helms Executive Director Matthew Helms has been the Executive Director of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group since November 2003. Matt earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in political science (history minor) from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1998. He is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Executive Leadership from Christian Brothers University in Memphis, Tennessee. Matt directs all day-to-day operations of PPAG. He provides direction and policy interpretation to volunteer leadership. He manages all aspects of membership services, develops new services, coordinates continuing education programs, and solicits sponsorships, grants, and donations. Prior to joining PPAG, Matt worked at The University of Tennessee, Health Science Center in Memphis. He also interned at Presidential Classroom in Washington, DC. Matt also served as the Managing Editor of the Journal for Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics, the official Journal of PPAG. Since...

Current Issue

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:08:14 GMT

Next Issue

Volume 13 Number 3 (July-Sept 2008) expected in Sept 2008

Current Issue

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 19:19:33 GMT

Current Issue (Volume 13 Number 2)

Editorial- Medication Errors: Neonates, Infants and Children Are the Most Vulnerable!

Review Article- Once Daily Dosing of Aminoglycosides in Pediatric Cystic Fibrosis Patients: A Review of the Literature

Clinical Investigations- Aminophylline Compatibility with Neonatal Total Parenteral Nutrition

Clinical Investigations- Low-Dose Aminophylline for the Treatment of Neonatal Non-Oliguric Renal Failure—Case Series and Review of the Literature

Case Report- Elevated Tobramycin Concentrations Following Endotracheal Administration in a Premature Infant

Therapeutic Dilemma- Unusual Amiodarone Toxicity in a Child

Medication Error Prevention- Neonatal Heparin Overdose—A Multidisciplinary Team Approach to Medication Error Prevention

Annotated Bibliography- Drug Dosing During Continuous Renal Replacement Therapies

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Advertise

Thu, 22 May 2008 20:47:00 GMT

ADVERTISING POLICY Hold Harmless Requirement In consideration of publication of an advertisement the advertiser and the agency, jointly and severally, will indemnify and hold harmless the Journal, its officers, agents, and employees against expenses (including legal fees) and losses resulting from the publication of the contents of the advertisement, including, without limitation, claims or suits for libel, violation of right of privacy, copyright infringement or plagiarism. Policy on Placing Advertising Advertising will be interspersed among editorials and organizational news, and will be segregated from manuscript text. Requirements for Acceptance of Advertising Advertising will be accepted subject to editorial approval. The Publisher reserves the right to reject any advertisement at any time that it feels is not in keeping with the standards of the publication or PPAG. MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS Bleed Dimensions Bleed Sizes: One page: top, bottom, gutter bleed: 8 x...

How to Submit a Manuscript

Thu, 22 May 2008 20:45:31 GMT

Preferably, submitted electronically. Two hardcopies (1 original and 1 copy) and a computer disk containing the entire manuscript must also be sent. If the paper is returned for revision after acceptance, the manuscript must be resubmitted electronically or via hardcopy and an electronic copy on disk. The manuscript must be typed double-spaced on standard-sized white bond paper, with 1-inch margins, and with pages numbered consecutively beginning with the title page. The file should use the wrap around end-of-line feature (i.e., returns at the end of paragraphs only). Place two returns after every element, such as title, headings, paragraphs, and figure captions.

Manuscripts may be sent electronically to the Managing Editor by email or by US Mail.

    Email Julie Clyce at editor@jppt.org.

    Mail to:
    The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics (JPPT)
    7975 Stage Hills Blvd, Ste. 6
    Memphis , TN. 38133

    Have Questions?
    Telephone: (901) 380-3617, Extention 203
    Fax: (901) 266-4751

Manuscripts are received with the understanding that the work has not been previously published (excluding published abstracts) and that the data have been reviewed by all authors, who agree with data analysis and the conclusions reached in the manuscript.

Accepted manuscripts become the permanent property of The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group (PPAG) and may not be published elsewhere without permission. PPAG relinquishes property rights of rejected manuscripts.

Each manuscript should be accompanied by a copyright release form. Click here for release form.

JPPT Contact Us

Thu, 22 May 2008 20:41:12 GMT

The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics

The Official Journal of Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group

7975 Stage Hills Boulevard, Suite 6

Memphis, TN. 38133

T: 901.380.3617

F: 901.266.4751

E: editor@jppt.org

You can also use the form below to send an email to us.

homepage - conference info

Thu, 22 May 2008 18:55:27 GMT

The 2008 Pediatric Pharmacy Conference and
17th Annual PPAG Meeting

Renaissance Harborplace Hotel
Baltimore, Maryland

October 2-5, 2008

Featuring Mrs. Sorrel King of the Josie King Foundation as Keynote Speaker

PPAG International Initiatives

Tue, 06 May 2008 18:01:54 GMT

The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group is an international nonprofit professional association representing the interests of pediatric pharmacists and their patients. In February of 2007 the PPAG Board of Directors officially endorsed the Shanghai Declaration, which outlines the organizations commitment to improving safe and reliable medicines for children worldwide. This endorsement also established PPAG as a member of the International Alliance for Better Medicine. [Please read more about the Alliance here]. The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics has published an article about the beginnings of an international pediatric pharmacy network. Click here PPAG supports the World Health Organizations Make Medicine Childrens Size Campaign. To learn more about the campaign, go to: http://www.who.int/childmedicines/en/. PPAG currently has members in the United States, Canada, Australia, Sweden, the United Kingdom, China, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia,...

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Sun, 04 May 2008 18:40:12 GMT

Health-System Pharmacy News from ASHP View RSS feed Improve your knowledge base from anywhere! We offer online continuing pharmacy education programs. You can earn CE from the comfort of your home or office. PPAG member receive a pricing discount on all courses offered. Go to Courses, now Featured Course: Core Competencies for Pediatric Pharmacists: Series I: Physiologic and Pharmacokinetic Differences in Children, Fluids and Electrolytes and Dehydration in Children. What YOU can do for PPAG! PPAG believes in the value of every members expertise and passion. We are a member-driven organization, and those members make the difference! Contribute to PPAG! Contribute to your profession! Our Standing Committee Websites PediNet SIGs and Forums Calendar of Events/Meetings Charge-to-Committees ...

Instruction for Authors

Sun, 06 Apr 2008 17:19:34 GMT

MANUSCRIPT PREPARATION Papers should be prepared in accordance with the American Medical Association Manual of Style and/or CBE Style Manual: A Guide for Authors, Editors, and Publishers in the Biological Sciences. For additional instructions, please visit http://www.jppt.org. Arrange the manuscript as follows: Title Page This page should be concise, specific, and should contain the key points of the work. Include the full names, degrees, and academic affiliations of all authors. Provide a running title that consists of fewer than 50 characters. No more than 5 keywords should be placed in alphabetical order and according to the Medical Subject Heading. Indicate the corresponding author, and his/her address, phone, fax, and e-mail. Abstract The second page should contain the Abstract. With the exception of Editorials, Commentaries, Position Statements, Therapeutic Dilemmas and Bibliographies, all manuscripts require an abstract of less than 250 words. Abstracts for original...

Editor and Staff

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 18:09:11 GMT

Stephanie J Phelps, PharmD
Editor
The University of Tennessee
847 Monroe Avenue, Suite 208D
Memphis, Tennessee 38163
stephanie.phelps@ppag.org

Julie Clyce, BS

Managing Editor

Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group

7975 Stage Hills Boulevard, Suite 6

Memphis, Tennessee 38133

julie.clyce@ppag.org

Amy Tippett, BFA
Art Director

A. Jill Thompson, PharmD
Manuscript Editor

Adrienne Franklin, PhD
Copy Editor

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Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:32:30 GMT

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Tue, 05 Feb 2008 03:12:33 GMT

Executive Officers

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:46:58 GMT

Vice President of Member Services William Maish Bill Maish is a pediatrics internal medicine specialist and outpatient asthma education pharmacist at Arnold Palmer Medical Center. He has served on the Membership Committee from 1996 to the present and was chair from 2005-2007. He has been active with PPAG since the early 1990s. His professional interests include general pediatrics, infectious diseases, pulmonary medicine and pain pharmacotherapy. William Maish, Pharm.D. Arnold Palmer Medical Center 92 West Miller Street Orlando, Florida 32806 E: William.Maish@orhs.org Vice President of Advocacy Sherry Luedtke Sherry Luedtke is Associate Dean at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, School of Pharmacy at Amarillo, Texas. Sherry...

Lifetime Support

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 03:01:09 GMT

PPAG acknowledges corporations and individuals of the corporation that have continued to provide resources for the development of PPAG. Lifetime Partners provide PPAG with plantinum level of support for 5 conecutive years. Inductees are formally recognized at Annual PPAG Conferences.

Additionally, continuous acknowledgment of Lifetime Supporters is published in the Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics and at all PPAG educational conferences.

Current Lifetime Partners:

Silver Sponsors

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 02:59:10 GMT

Silver sponsors have contributed $20,000-$29,999. In turn, PPAG offers these sponsors the following:

One booth at the Pediatric Pharmacy Conference
Two registrations to the Pediatric Conference
Free half-page ad in the newsletter
PPAG Newsletter Subscription
Recognition in the newsletter as Silver Sponsors
Silver Sponsor's Pin
Silver Sponsor's certificate

Current Silver Sponsors (2008)

Dey, LP

Platinum Sponsorship

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 02:58:07 GMT

Platinum sponsors have contributed $40,000 or more. In turn, PPAG offers these sponsors the following:

Pediatric Consulting Services
Access to PediNet™
One booth at the Pediatric Pharmacy Conference
Two registrations to the Pediatric Conference
One booth at the Specialty Conference
Two registration to the Specialty Conference
Free full-page ad in the newsletter
PPAG Newsletter Subscription
Recognition in the newsletter as Platinum Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor's Pin
Platinum Sponsor's certificate

Current Platinum Sponsors (2008)

Ovation Pharmaceuticals

Board of Directors

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 17:08:16 GMT

Cindy Dusik, Chair Term ends 2008 Cindy serves as Clinical Pharmacist Specialist for Pediatrics, PICU and Pediatric Hematology-Oncology at Toledo Children’s Hospital in Toledo, OH. She participates in educating future pharmacy practitioners through her work as the Associate Director of the Pharmacy Practice Residency at Toledo Children’s Hospital and in her teaching role as Clinical Assistant Professor with the University of Toledo. Cindy joined PPAG in 1998. She has been a member of the Advocacy Committee, co-authoring PPAG’s position statement regarding influenza vaccine for children. She also spearheaded PPAG’s effort to post useful links for the Useful Links for Patients and Practitioners website. Cindy led the Advocacy Committee Workshop on position statements and Medication Administration in Schools at the 15th Annual Meeting in San Francisco, CA. Cindy Dusik, PharmD Associate Director, Pharmacy...

Order Reprints

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 18:27:45 GMT

There are 2 options to order reprints. 1. Send the form and payment via US Mail. Please print the form, and send to PPAG Administrative Offices at 7975 Stage Hills Blvd. Ste. 6, Memphis, TN, 38133. 2. Over the phone. Just call, (901) 380-3617, and a PPAG representative will assist you. Reprint fee schedule: COPIES 1-4 5-8 9-12 13-16 17-20 21-24 25-28 29-32 100 255.00 520.00 755.00 980.00 1,225.00 1,445.00 1,685.00 1,910.00 200 285.00 580.00 850.00 1,095.00 ...

Gold Sponsors

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 16:40:24 GMT

Gold sponsors have contributed $30,000-$39,999. In turn, PPAG offers these sponsors the following::

Access to PediNet™
One table-top booth at the Pediatric Pharmacy Conference
Two registrations to the Pediatric Conference
One table-top booth at the Specialty Conference
Free ad in the newsletter
PPAG Newsletter Subscription
Recognition in the newsletter as Gold Sponsors
Gold Sponsor's Pin
Gold Sponsor's certificate

Current Gold Sponsors

Discover Laboratories (16th Annual Meeting)

PPAG Partners

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 16:34:15 GMT

Partners of PPAG have contributed up to $9,999. In turn, PPAG offers these sponsors the following:

PPAG Newsletter Subscription
Recognition in the newsletter as Partners of PPAG
PPAG Partner certificate

Current Partners of PPAG:

Baxa (2005 Specialty Meeting for Hematology/Oncology Symposia)
B|Braun (Sponsor of the Helms Award)
Novartis (Sponsor of the 14th and 15th Annual Meetings)
Lexi-Comp (Sponsor of the Annual PPAG Best Practice Awards)
Smiths Medical (Medex) (Sponsor of the 14th and 15th Annual Meeting)
Sepracor (Sponsor of 14th and 15th Annual Meetings)
Astellas (Sponsor of the 15th Annual Meeting)

Bronze Sponsors

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 16:10:40 GMT

Bronze sponsors have contributed $10,000-$19,999. In turn, PPAG offers these sponsors the following:

PPAG Newsletter Subscription
One table-top booth at the Pediatric Pharmacy Conference
Recognition in the newsletter as Bronze Sponsors
Bronze Sponsor's Pin
Bronze Sponsor's certificate

Current Bronze Sponsors

Discovery Laboratories (16th Annual Meeting sponsor)

PPAG Awards

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 15:59:27 GMT

Sumner J. Yaffe Lifetime Achievement Award in Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Richard A. Helms Excellence in Pediatric Pharmacy Practice

Bruce Parks Award Pediatric Pharmacy Resident Award

Lexi-Comp Best/Innovative Pediatric Pharmacy Practice Awards

PPAG Research Awards

PPAG Leadership

Tue, 10 Jul 2007 19:35:17 GMT

Board of Directors - PPAG is controlled by a Board of Directors. Members of the Board are volunteers and serve for a 3 year term. Board members can run for reelection.

Executive Officers - The Board of Directors appoints Vice Presidents to preside over the PPAG Standing Committees. These Vice Presidents are volunteers and serve at the discretion of the Board.

Association Staff - PPAG employs full-time employees to manage the day-to-day operations of the organization and assist with Board directives and other programs.

Membership FAQs

Thu, 24 May 2007 16:34:04 GMT

NOTE: All links provided below open a new browser window, this will allow you to read the intructions as you go step by step. Q) How long is a membership? Membership dues are good for one (1) year. You must renew your membership every year. Q) How much does membership cost? Membership is tiered. Individual and Associate Member Fee: $150.00 Resident/Fellow/Techninican fee: $55.00 Student Fee: $35.00 Q) Does membership include subscription to the Journal? Yes Q) Ive moved. How can I let PPAG know my new address? You can update your contact info right here on the PPAG website! All you need is your login and password to enter user directories. Click the link provided, it will ask you for your login info before directing you [here]. Once you are on the...

PPAG - Advocacy.Community.Outreach

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:50:37 GMT

The mission of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group is to improve the lives of children and to advocate for safe and effective medication use in children.

The PPAG advances its mission by promoting awareness of optimal medication therapy with all health care professionals by coordinating an effective communication network. There is a four-pronged approach to advocacy.

1. PediNet Special Interest Groups and Forums. Unlike anything available to pediatric pharmacists today, PediNet SIGs and Forum offer you a chance to communicate to a highly specialized audience of your choosing. PediNet is available for members only.

2. The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics. The JPPT is a peer-reviewed clinical medical journal dedicated to the dissemination of information regarding the safe and effective use of medications in neonates, infants, children, and adolescents. By contributing to the medical literature the JPPT plays a vital role in advancing PPAG's advocacy as well as educational missions.

3. Position statements. PPAG offers therapeutic position statements that respond to specific therapeutic issues. These statements are thorough, evidence-based recommendations of drug use. PPAG also offers position statements on public policy issues that are directed to health care professionals, public officials, and the general public.

4. Public Awareness Campaigns. The PPAG promotes pediatric patient safety by partnering and collaborating with other non-profit organizations and professional associations, as well as, governmental agencies

About PPAG - Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:49:43 GMT

Our Mission: We are an international, nonprofit, professional association representing the interests of pediatric pharmacists and their patients. We are dedicated to improving medication therapy in children. Our sole purpose is to promote safe and effective medication use in children through communication, education, and research. We believe in: The value of each members experience and expertise Quality research, education, and training The importance of contributing to the medical literature Awareness of childrens healthcare issues related to medication use The prevention of adverse drug events The Association and Membership Profile: The association has 600+ members and is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. The association is governed by a Board of Directors elected by the membership. Our members live and work in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia, to name a few. Our members practice in free-standing...

Exploring Business Opportunities with PPAG

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:36:32 GMT

The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group offers creative opportunities for the pharmaceutical industry and others to forge mutually beneficial partnerships, marketing arrangements, and joint ventures. All partnering and advertising opportunities are subject to the approval of the PPAG Board of Directors. PPAG acknowledges and thanks our current sponsors and partners. CLICK HERE. If you would like to talk to someone in person about the following opportunities, please call Matthew Helms, Executive Director, at 901-380-3617. We look forward to hearing from you. PARTNERING WITH PPAG PPAG is interested in building long-term relationships with the pharmaceutical industry and other health-related concerns. Strategic partnerships are developed with organizations as common goals and priorities are identified. Initiatives with enduring value build upon the expertise and leadership of our members and PPAG’s mission and outstanding reputation. EXHIBIT AT THE ANNUAL MEETING Showcase...

Marketplace

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:34:47 GMT

Online Exhibit Hall

Our Sponsors - PPAG thanks our sponsors.

Business Opportunities

Education & Programs

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:31:02 GMT

Accreditation Info - PPAG is accredited by ACPE.

Calendar of Events - Learn about the latest Committee meetings and CE program offerings.

Live CE Program - PPAG offers 2 live CE conference per year.

Online CE Programs - PPAG offers online CE. Discounts are offered for members.

Advocacy & Outreach

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:27:17 GMT

About the Organization - Learn about the Association and its mission, vision, values and activities.

About the Profession - Learn about the pediatric pharmacy profession.

PPAG Advocacy - What do we advocate? And how do we do it?

News and Headlines - The lastest news and information from within PPAG.

Awards - Peer Recognition is an extremely important aspect of what we do to improve practice.

Position Statements - The need for authoritative guidance in pediatric pharmacy practice has grown with changes in health care and with shifting influences from regulatory, accrediting, risk-management, financing, and other bodies. The PPAG Advocacy Committee develops official professional position statements for this purpose.

Useful Links for:

Pharmacists

Parents

Kids

Live Continuing Education Programs

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:16:59 GMT

Pediatric Pharmacy Conference - PPAG Annual Meetings

Specialty Conferences

Resources

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:14:31 GMT

PediNet Email Communities - Unlike anything available to pediatric pharmacists today, PediNet Email Communities offers you a chance to communicate to a highly specialized audience of your choosing. PediNet will be available for members only.

Calendar of Events

Information about Drug Shortages

Member Toolkit

Publications

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 22:08:12 GMT

The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics - The official journal of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group. JPPT is a peer-reviewed multi-disciplinary journal that is devoted to promoting the safe and effective use of medications in infants and children. To this end, the journal publishes practical information for all practitioners who provide care to pediatric patients. Each issue includes review articles, original clinical investigations, case reports, editorials, and other information relevant to pediatric medication therapy.

The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocate - The Official Newsletter of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group highlights the latest happenings within the organization.

News and Headlines - Provides links to online PPAG articles and postings.

Position Statements and Practice Guidelines - The need for authoritative guidance in pediatric pharmacy practice has grown with changes in health care and with shifting influences from regulatory, accrediting, risk-management, financing, and other bodies. The PPAG Advocacy Committee develops official professional position statements for this purpose.

Policies of Governance (PPAG Bylaws)

People & Groups

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 21:48:01 GMT

Find a Member - Search our online database to find a fellow member or a pediatric pharmacist in your area

Standing Committees - Interested in joining a Committee? Click here to search our Standing Committees. You can also contact a Committee Chair from these sites.

PPAG Leadership - Get to know your Board of Directors, Executive Officers, and Staff.

Join PPAG Today!

Online JPPT

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:25:03 GMT

JPPT has a new presence on the web. Please visit, www.jppt.org.

Thank you.

Volume 8 (2003)

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:19:43 GMT

What Are the Clinical Implications of Beta2-Adrenoreceptor Polymorphisms for the Treatment of Asthma Miles Weinberger J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2003; 8: 6 Keywords: β2-adrenoreceptor, asthma, polymorphisms Pediatric Pharmacology: Its Time Has Come Sumner J. Yaffe J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2003; 8: 10 Keywords: pediatrics, pharmacology, federal regulations Management of Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm in Children Leslie Hendeles, Michael J. Asmus, Sarah Chesrown J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2003; 8: 13 Keywords: exercise-induced broncospasm, pediatrics Beta2-Adrenorceptor Polymorphisms in Asthmatic Patients Saeed Binaei, Sahar M. Rashed, Michael L. Christensen J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2003; 8: 22 Keywords: β2-adrenoreceptor, polymorphisms, asthma, β2-agonist A Case of Severe Thrombocytopenia and Antiepileptic Hypersensitivity Syndrome Eric Tichy, Sum Lam, Ulises Militano, Olga Bessmertny J Pediatr Pharmacol Ther 2003; 8: 29 Keywords: child,...

Accreditation Information

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 23:54:35 GMT

The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group is an approved provider of continuing pharmacy education by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education.

Accreditation Information (Universal Program Numbers and credit hours) related to each program will be included in program brochures and educational materials.

We are an international nonprofit professional association representing the interests of pediatric pharmacists and their patients. We are dedicated to improving medication therapy in children. Our sole purpose is to promote safe and effective medication use in children through communication, education, and research. [Read More]

For more information, please call the PPAG office at
(901) 380-3617.

Download Membership Application

Sun, 04 Feb 2007 20:10:56 GMT

To join, fill out the fields below, or download application to pay by check: Membership Application

Preventing Errors in your Childs Medication Therapy

Sun, 04 Feb 2007 19:47:58 GMT

All caregivers and all but the youngest patients should be given the opportunity to be involved in medication therapy. During hospitalization or a visit to the doctors office, actively participate in your therapy (or your childs therapy). You should be informed about every medication perscribed and administered. If you are confused or have concerns, do not hesitate to raise them with your physician. Effective communication between you and your doctor will help provide an extra opportunity to prevent the occurence of a medication error. Here are a few useful tips: Know the name, dose, strength/concentration, dosage schedule, purpose, and appearance of all medications you or your child is taking. Carry an up-to-date list of medications, including prescription, nonprescription, and homeopathic medicines, vitamins and minerals, herbal products, and home remedies, in addition to a list of any medications that cannot be taken and the reasons why they cannot be taken, such...

Cough and Cold Products

Sun, 04 Feb 2007 19:29:20 GMT

As a parent, you may be overwhelmed when presented with making a decision about a cough and cold product for your child. Most studies have shown that over the counter remedies for the common cold are not very effective and that lots of fluids and rest are the best therapy. However, sometimes you may want to try one of these products when symptoms are particularly problematic. With literally hundreds of products on the shelf, it can be a daunting task to select the one that is best for your child. The following suggestions may help you make this important decision. Before browsing the vast supply of over the counter medicines at the pharmacy, try some of these well proven remedies for the common cold. A cool mist vaporizer – this will add moisture to the air and help thin secretions A nasal bulb syringe – this can be very effective for relieving congestion in an infant with a stuffy nose. Saline drops or spray – very good for thinning secretions...

Information about Taking Antibiotics

Sun, 04 Feb 2007 19:20:01 GMT

Snort. Sniffle. Sneeze. No Antibiotics Please! Are you aware that colds, flu, most sore throats, and bronchitis are caused by viruses? Did you know that antibiotics do not help fight viruses? Its true. Plus, taking antibiotics when you have a virus may do more harm than good. Taking antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment. If you child has the flu or cold, ANTIBIOTICS WILL NOT WORK! Antibiotics kill bacteria, not viruses, such as the flu, colds, bronchitis, sore throats (not caused by strep). Antibiotics will not cure the infection, or help your child feel better. There is no reason to demand antibiotics for your child. Learn more about the Get Smart Campaign. Know when to say when to antibiotics. The Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group endorses the efforts of the Centers of Disease Control to prevent antibiotic resistance. Need information about colds and cough? Click here for more...

Specialty Meeting for Pediatric Medication Safety and Technology

Sun, 04 Feb 2007 14:01:26 GMT

Welcome to the Pediatric Medication Safety and Technology Conference: Strategies and Solutions. We hope this page will provide an in depth view of the conference. Some Useful Links: :: Meeting Registration Page :: :: Meeting Brochure (pdf) :: Overall Conference Goals The Pediatric Pharmacy Conference is designed for practitioners and administrators involved in drug therapy decision for children, and who understand the unique needs of the pediatric patient. This conference will provide important education benefits for participants who want to improve their positioning in the health care environment. It will also provide a new understanding of current medical trends in pediatric pharmacy. The overall goals of the Pediatric Pharmacy Conference are as follows: (1) Provide and review current information pertaining to medication use in pediatric patients in acute care and ambulatory care settings. (2) Review current developments in medication safety and technology for...

About the Journal

Sat, 03 Feb 2007 03:42:58 GMT

General
The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and TherapeuticsÔ is the official journal of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group. JPPT is a peer-reviewed multi-disciplinary journal that is devoted to promoting the safe and effective use of medications in infants and children. To this end, the journal publishes practical information for all practitioners who provide care to pediatric patients. Each issue includes review articles, original clinical investigations, case reports, editorials, and other information relevant to pediatric medication therapy.

Frequency of Publication
Quarterly. First issue was mailed July, 1996.

Distribution
The Journal of Pediatric Pharmacology and Therapeutics is the official Journal of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group. Distribution is to active subscribers and members of the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group. Total non-complimentary and membership distribution as of January 2007 is 1,000. Approximately 120 complimentary copies are provided to the Editorial Board, other organizations (AAP, ASHP, etc.) and selected practitioners. Within the United States, subscription rates are $150.00 for individuals, and $175.00 for institutions. International subscription rates are $175.00 (USD) for individuals, and $200.00 (USD) for institutions. In summary, distribution is to a very targeted and focused audience

Editorial Content
The Journal will focus all work on issues related to the practice of pediatric pharmacology and therapeutics. The scope of content will include pharmacotherapy, extemporaneous compounding, dosing, methods of medication administration, medication error prevention, and legislative issues.

The Journal will contain original research, review articles, short subjects, case reports, clinical investigations, editorials, and news from such organizations as the Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group, the FDA, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Pediatric Pharmacology Research Units, etc.

What is a Pediatric Pharmacist?

Sat, 03 Feb 2007 03:26:36 GMT

Pediatric pharmacists are licensed professionals with at least five years of highly specialized pharmacy education. They often have completed doctoral degrees in pharmacy (Pharm.D.) and post-graduate residency programs that make them the nation’s medication-use experts. Their responsibilities often include:

Evaluating new medications to recommend those that are safest and most effective for individual patients;
Advising physicians and other health care personnel about medication selection and administration;
Counseling patients and parents directly to help them use their medication wisely;
Monitoring every stage of medication therapy to improve all aspects of effectiveness;
Providing crucial quality checks to detect and prevent harmful drug interactions or reactions and potential mistakes;
Working under sterile conditions to combine injectible medications with fluids to create compounds that patients receive intravenously;
Supervising the dispensing and distribution of medication; and
Obtaining and maintaining supplies of medications that meet quality standards for purity and effectiveness and managing the proper storage of these products to ensure freshness and potency.

PPAG is a 600+ member, non-profit, professional pharmacy association dedicated to improving the lives of children.

PPAG’s mission is to advocate safe and effective medication use in children through communication, education, and research.
PPAG provides continuing pharmacy education programs designed to help members improve the delivery of medication therapy.

PPAG - Pediatric Pharmacy Advocacy Group - Sponsorship

Fri, 02 Feb 2007 22:33:45 GMT

Sponsorship

PPAG is grateful for the generous financial support it receives each year. The following are recognized as Corporate Sponsors.

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