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Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews Protocol - Intervention

Assessing the effects of solid versus liquid dosage forms of oral medications on adherence and acceptability in children

Abstract

Objectives

This is a protocol for a Cochrane Review (intervention). The objectives are as follows:

To assess the effects of solid versus liquid dosage forms on adherence to and acceptability of oral medications in children.

Secondary objectives include assessment of elements of the medication risk/benefit balance influenced by the drug dosage form, such as clinical efficacy and safety, treatment costs and adverse events related to oral administration.