Question: Is it okay to use a kitchen spoon to give my child their medicine? -Anonymous
Answer:
No! Household spoons are not accurate for measuring the correct dose. Always ask the pharmacist for a syringe or dosing cup. Have the pharmacist show you which line to draw up the volume to make sure your child receives the exact dose prescribed.
If you’re ever unsure about something regarding your child’s medication, ask your pharmacist! You can call a 24-hour pharmacy any time you need more information about a side effect, how to give your child their medication, or to ask if it should be taken with food.
-Whitney Pittman, clinical pharmacy resident at CHOC Children’s
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