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. 2012 Sep 21;109(38):609–616. doi: 10.3238/arztebl.2012.0609

Table 3. Examples of age group–specific contraindications for drugs that are unproblematic in adults.

Drug Age group–specific property
Acetylsalicylic acid In those under 12 years old, only to be used with the strictest indication, Reye syndrome (e34)
Metoclopramide May cause extrapyramidal disorders in those under 12 years old (e35)
Promethazine May increase the risk of sudden infant death (promethazine or other antihistamines with sedative effect) (e36)