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

摘要

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.