Practices and awareness of the paediatricians regarding syrups and sugar free medicines in Chennai City

Evaluation of Sugar Content and Erosive Potential of the Commonly Prescribed Liquid Oral Medications

“…As the use of pediatric medicines containing sucrose is increasing in many countries [50], it is important that health professionals be aware of the risk of oral health imbalance during the continuous use of pediatric medicines. Simple oral hygiene measures like gargling with water, use of fluoridated dentifrices, twice-daily brushing with or without supervision can be suggested for all children under such medications.…”