A software application that provides a database for the commonest drugs in the pediatric practice with their adult dose and concentration/syrup bottles, it also provides pediatric dose calculation depending on either weight or age as well as quantification of the calculated drug dose from the commonly available syrup bottles "how much ml is needed out of a syrup bottle with a certain concentration mg/ml".
We already have a prototype of a desktop application that provides a database for common pediatric drugs in the Egyptian market for the moment, with the ability to calculate the pediatric doses based on either the weight or age of the child, and furthermore quantifying the volume needed of the syrup from commonly available syrup concentrations in the market of each drug.

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• Egypt

• Youth
• general public

We plan on developing mobile applications from the same desktop application for both IOS and Android software as well as scaling the application to global markets and more medical specialties depending on more team members that are to be recruited in the future. We are also working on research on the feedback and knowledge of dental practitioners and interns towards this kind of application.

This project is sustainable for several reasons:

Addressing a Persistent Need: The project addresses a persistent need within the pediatric healthcare sector for accurate and accessible information on drug dosages. Pediatricians and other healthcare professionals often encounter challenges in calculating appropriate dosages for children, and this application provides a solution to this problem.

Value to Users: The application provides significant value to its users by offering a comprehensive database of common pediatric drugs, along with tools for calculating pediatric dosages based on weight or age. Healthcare professionals can save time and reduce the risk of errors by using this application in their clinical practice.

Continued Demand: As long as pediatric healthcare remains a vital aspect of medical practice, there will be continued demand for tools and resources like this application. The need for accurate drug dosing information for children is unlikely to diminish, ensuring ongoing demand for the application.

User Feedback and Iteration: By incorporating user feedback and continuously iterating on the application based on user needs and preferences, the project can maintain its sustainability. Regular updates and improvements based on user input ensure that the application remains valuable and user-friendly.

Potential Revenue Streams: Depending on the business model adopted for the project, there may be potential revenue streams to support its sustainability. For example, the project could generate revenue through subscription fees, licensing agreements, or partnerships with healthcare organizations or pharmaceutical companies.

Adherence to Regulatory Standards: Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and healthcare guidelines is essential for the sustainability of the project. By adhering to regulatory requirements and maintaining data privacy and security measures, the project can build trust among users and stakeholders, ensuring its long-term viability.

Access to Information: By providing a database of common pediatric drugs and their doses, the application enhances access to vital healthcare information for healthcare professionals, particularly pediatricians and other medical practitioners working with children. This supports the WSIS value of ensuring access to information and knowledge for all individuals, including in the healthcare sector. Capacity Building: The application facilitates dose calculations based on weight or age, providing healthcare professionals with tools to enhance their clinical decision-making and patient care. By empowering healthcare providers with digital tools and resources, the project contributes to capacity building in the healthcare sector, aligning with WSIS objectives to strengthen ICT capacities. Innovation and Digital Inclusion: The development of a software application tailored to the needs of pediatric healthcare practitioners demonstrates innovation in leveraging digital technologies to address specific healthcare challenges. By focusing on pediatric care, the project ensures inclusion and relevance for a specific user group within the healthcare sector, aligning with WSIS goals of promoting innovation and fostering digital inclusion in diverse fields. Healthcare Access and Quality: The application aims to improve the accuracy and efficiency of pediatric drug dosing, ultimately enhancing the quality of healthcare services provided to children. By promoting safer and more effective medication practices, the project contributes to improving healthcare access and quality, in line with WSIS objectives to leverage ICTs for healthcare delivery and improvement. Overall, the project promotes WSIS values by leveraging digital technologies to enhance access to healthcare information, build capacity in the healthcare sector, foster innovation and digital inclusion, and improve healthcare access and quality, particularly in the context of pediatric care.