October 19, 2016: SafeMedicationUse.ca Newsletter - Medications Can Look Like Candy
Have you ever noticed that some medications look like candy? Some medications are even made into gummies and lollipops, which can be very appealing to children. It is important for children to know the difference between the two—and to treat them differently. Parents can support this difference by not using the word “candy” when talking about medications—even when trying to convince a child to take a medication. Using the word “candy” in this way can be a dangerous practice. SafeMedicationUse.ca received a report about a child who took a parent’s Imodium (loperamide) because to the child, it looked and tasted like candy. Read more ...• Tips for Practitioners
