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Pediatrics
Infants, colic and constipation: how can pharmacists help? – The Australian Pharmacy Council
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), colic and functional constipation are among the three most common gastrointestinal disorders, affecting 20% and 15% of infants respectively. These disorders are hypothesised to incur a significant financial burden, trigger doctor consultations and hospital visits, and decrease the quality of life of infants and their families. There is […]
DURATION
1 hr
PROFESSION
Pharmacy
# OF CREDITS
2
ACCREDITATION
EXPIRY DATE
2020-12-13
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), colic and functional constipation are among the three most common gastrointestinal disorders, affecting 20% and 15% of infants respectively. These disorders are hypothesised to incur a significant financial burden, trigger doctor consultations and hospital visits, and decrease the quality of life of infants and their families.
There is growing evidence that common gut disorders that present during infancy are accompanied by gut dysbiosis and are mediated by gut flora. The incidence of gastrointestinal intolerance is lower among infants who receive breastmilk, however, many mothers cease breastfeeding early and introduce formula into their infants’ diets, often without consulting a health professional.
While FGID are generally thought to be benign and self-resolving, community pharmacists may need to focus on educating parents and caregivers on identifying signs and symptoms, as well as appropriate management of these disorders, while concurrently providing support and reassurance.
Faculty
Greg Kyle
BPharm MClinPharm PhD MPS
Professor of Pharmacy (Head of Discipline)
Director International Engagement and Recruitment,
School of Clinical Sciences
Queensland University of Technology
Vincent Ho
MBBS BSc(Med) MMed FRACP PhD
Gastroenterologist, Campbelltown Hospital, Sydney
Senior Lecturer, School of Medicine,
Western Sydney University
Accreditation
This activity has been accredited for 1.00 hour(s) of Group 2 CPD (or 2.00 CPD Credit(s)) suitable for inclusion in an individual pharmacist’s CPD plan # of credits: 2
Duration: 1 hr
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