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A J Ball

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Analgesia and analgesic drugs in paediatrics.

This article reviews the management of acute and chronic pain in childhood. Many of the common problems are discussed and the range of therapeutic options are reviewed, including possible future advances. The management of pain in neonates is not discussed. The second article of this series will describe the use of sedative drugs in paediatric practice.

Analgesia↗

Sedation and sedative drugs in paediatrics.

The first article in this series looked at the provision of analgesia in paediatric practice. Practical procedures are common in paediatric practice. Certain procedures may be painful or distressing to the child if undertaken in the absence of sedation or analgesia. This article reviews the practical considerations which arise from the use of sedative drugs in children and looks at some of the drugs available.

Benzodiazepines↗