Abstract

Asthma is among the most common illnesses in childhood and may require off-label drug use for adequate symptom control. Several studies have assessed that this use is common mainly due to a lack of clinical research. The leading concerns are the increased risk of adverse drug reactions and prescription errors. However, off-label prescriptions are not necessarily incorrect. The European Medicines Agency released the Paediatric Regulation to promote research in the medicines for children; yet, recent data suggest only a minor impact.

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