Precision medicine is the science of finding the “just right” dose of medication for your child. Precision medicine and your child’s medications They need precision medicine that factors in their unique characteristics. In these situations, a one-size-fits-all approach is not enough. Have you ever noticed that your child took the same medication as someone else, but had a completely different reaction? That’s because medications are prescribed based on what’s average for a child’s age or weight, but not all kids fit the mold.įor some children, it may take several months to find the “just right” medication and dose to treat their disease or symptoms without causing significant side effects. We are combining innovative research with personalized pediatric care to advance the field of individualized therapeutics-medicine that is tailored to each child’s unique needs. How the GOLDILOKs ® Initiative looks for the “just-right” doseĬhildren’s Mercy offers the largest and most comprehensive pediatric clinical pharmacology program in North America.
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