Parent Information & Resources
As parents, you have questions about what is good, normal, or safe for your children. Below, you can find resources that address some of the common issues we are often asked about.
Wellness
A healthy child is a happy child!
Riverside Pediatrics embraces the rich diversity of Western medicine with alternative medicine. As such, we encourage parents to be proactive in their child’s overall health to prevent disease and illness. In conjunction with MaxLife Super Nutrition, we provide nutritional counseling, vitamin therapies, dietary supplements, and other alternative solutions to develop and maintain a healthier body and lifestyle.
ADD/ADHD
Doctor-formulated homeopathic medicinal support; fish oils, and natural herbal remedies.
ACNE
Doctor- formulated homeopathic medicinal support for internal treatment; topical herbal or homeopathic skin care regimens.
CHILDREN’S NUTRITION
Herbal/homeopathic solutions for colic; multi-vitamin/mineral supplements; immune support
ENERGY
Vitamins; minerals; herbal/homeopathic solutions
WEIGHT GAIN/LOSS
Protein shakes; herbal cleanses; herbal/homeopathic supplements; greens; fiber; meal replacements
Dosage Charts
Understand what dosage to use.
| Infants’ Oral Suspension (160mg/5mL) |
Children’s Oral Suspension (160mg/5mL) |
Children’s Chewables (160mg each) |
Children’s Dissolve Packs (160mg each) |
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| Weight | Age | Dosing Syringe | Dosing Cup | Tablet | Dissolve Packs |
| 6-11 lbs | 0-3 mos | 1.25 mL | do not use | ||
| 12-17 lbs | 4-11 mos | 2.5 mL | do not use | ||
| 18-23 lbs | 12-23 mos | 3.75 mL | do not use | ||
| 24-35 lbs | 2-3 yrs | 5 mL | 5 mL | 1 | do not use |
| 36-47 lbs | 4-5 yrs | 7.5 mL | 1½ | do not use | |
| 48-59 lbs | 6-8 yrs | 10 mL | 2 | 2 | |
| 60-71 lbs | 9-10 yrs | 12.5 mL | 2½ | 2 | |
| 72-95 lbs | 11 yrs | 15 mL | 3 | 3 |
mL = milliliter
DOSE: Every 4 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 5 DOSES IN 24 HOURS.
If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.
Always read and follow the label on all products. Use only the dosing device (dosing syringe or dosing cup) that came with the product. Do not use any other dosing device.
| Infants’ Concentrated Drops (50mg/1.25mL) |
Children’s Oral Suspension (100mg/5mL) |
Children’s Chewables (100mg each) |
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| Weight | Age | Dosing Syringe | Dosing Cup | Tablet |
| 12-17 lbs | 6-11 mos | 1.25 mL | ||
| 18-23 lbs | 12-23 mos | 1.875 mL | ||
| 24-35 lbs | 2-3 yrs | 5 mL | 1 | |
| 36-47 lbs | 4-5 yrs | 7.5 mL | 1½ | |
| 48-59 lbs | 6-8 yrs | 10 mL | 2 | |
| 60-71 lbs | 9-10 yrs | 12.5 mL | 2½ | |
| 72-95 lbs | 11 yrs | 15 mL | 3 |
mL = milliliter
DOSE: Every 6-8 hours as needed. DO NOT GIVE MORE THAN 4 DOSES IN 24 HOURS.
If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.
Always read and follow the label on all products. Use only the dosing device (dosing syringe or dosing cup) that came with the product. Do not use any other dosing device.
*Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Nutrition
Balanced meals are a part of a healthy lifestyle.
At River Side Pediatrics, we believe that a nutritious and age appropriate diet is essential to keeping children healthy and disease free.
For more information about our nutritional services or to schedule an appointment, please contact any of our offices.
We are here to help
We specialize in providing medical nutrition therapy and diet counseling for the following conditions:
- Autism Spectrum Disorders, Including ADD/ADHD
- Failure to Thrive
- Gastric Reflux (GERD)
- Premature Infants
- Weight Management
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Constipation/Diarrhea
- Anemia
- Food Allergies
- Tube Feeding Management
- Problem Feeders/Low Food Acceptance
- Down’s Syndrome
- Developmental Delays
Immunizations
A healthy child is a happy child!
Our practice follows immunization guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Riverside Pediatrics also believes in parent choice and are open to developing and putting in a plan of care for your family.
For descriptions of these vaccines and the diseases they protect against, please visit www.immunizationinfo.org, www.vaccinesafety.edu
www.immunize.org,www.familydoctor.org,www.aap.org,www.fda.gov,www.health.nih.gov
For detailed informational sheets published by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) please visit www.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/vis
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Allergy & Asthma
Does your child suffer from Allergies, Eczema, or Asthma?
Riverside Pediatrics promotes the highest standards in Allergy and Asthma awareness and treatment by:
1.Improving the care of patients suffering from allergic, asthmatic, and immunologic disorders.
2.Promoting patient education and awareness.
3.Providing patients with the most up-to-date testing and treatments available. These include allergy skin and blood testing, asthma lung function tests, immunotherapy, etc.
ASTHMA
Asthma is a respiratory disease of the lungs, and is the most common serious chronic disease of childhood. It is characterized by episodes of inflammation and narrowing of the lower airways in response to asthma “triggers.” These triggers include infectious agents, stress, pollutants such as cigarette smoke, and common allergens such as cat/dog dander, dust mites, and pollen.
ALLERGIES
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, about 50 million children in the United States have allergies. Allergies can be a concern for both parents and children. It’s important for parents to be aware of common childhood allergens, allergy symptoms, and how to respond if their child has an allergic reaction.
ECZEMA
About half of the children who get eczema will also someday develop hay fever or asthma. Eczema is not an allergy itself, but allergies can trigger eczema. Some environmental factors can also trigger the condition. About 1 out of every 10 kids develops eczema. Typically, symptoms appear within the first few months of life, and almost always before a child turns 5.
