An authoritative and unique resource for prescribing, dispensing and administering medicines in children. The guidelines section makes recommendations on which medicines to use. The second section contains information on the individual drugs. The nutrition section gives the ingredients of special foods.

In the revised edition, all clinical guidelines have been revised and updated. New drug monographs have been introduced. The experience and expertise of the contributors (70) and the reviewers (60) give authority to this formulary, which has led to its phenomenal success and recognition