Caffeine for preterm infants: current indications and uncertainties

Acta Biomed. 2015 Jun 29:86 Suppl 1:32-5.

Abstract

Caffeine is one of the most commonly used therapies in Neonatology, with different indications such as the treatment of apnea and the prevention of extubation failure and bronchopulmonary dysplasia. However, there are still uncertainties regarding effects on central nervous system development, time of discontinuation and dosing of the drug.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Caffeine / therapeutic use*
  • Central Nervous System Stimulants / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Infant, Premature
  • Infant, Premature, Diseases / drug therapy*
  • Patient Selection

Substances

  • Central Nervous System Stimulants
  • Caffeine