Novel Formulations for Pediatric Infections
A special issue of Pharmaceutics (ISSN 1999-4923). This special issue belongs to the section "Physical Pharmacy and Formulation".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026 | Viewed by 13
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Interests: pediatrics; pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition
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Dear Colleagues,
Infectious diseases in the pediatric population present distinct clinical and pharmacological complexities due to age-dependent variations in immune function, organ maturity, and drug metabolism. Neonates and young children differ markedly from adults in their response to both pathogens and pharmacotherapy, necessitating age-specific dosing strategies and therapeutic monitoring. The rising prevalence of antimicrobial resistance further complicates treatment, driving the need for precise antibiotic stewardship tailored to developmental pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics. Current research is focused on optimizing pediatric-specific formulations, leveraging pharmacogenomics to predict drug response, and integrating rapid diagnostic tools that can support early, targeted intervention. As our understanding of the pediatric immune landscape evolves, so too must our approach to designing and delivering anti-infective therapies that are both safe and effective across all stages of childhood.
Dr. Joana Valente
Prof. Dr. Zhixin Lei
Dr. Cristina Elena Singer
Dr. Renata Maria Văruț
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- drug resistance
- pediatric infection
- drug metabolism
- antibiotic complications
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