PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - M Erlewyn-Lajeunesse TI - Homeopathic medicines for children AID - 10.1136/adc.2010.194662 DP - 2012 Feb 01 TA - Archives of Disease in Childhood PG - 135--138 VI - 97 IP - 2 4099 - http://adc.bmj.com/content/97/2/135.short 4100 - http://adc.bmj.com/content/97/2/135.full SO - Arch Dis Child2012 Feb 01; 97 AB - This article describes the homeopathic tradition and considers the safety, manufacture, effectiveness and regulation of homeopathic medicines. These medicines are commonly purchased without prescription for children, so an understanding of the basis of therapy is important to ensure appropriate and safe usage. The role of integrated medicine in the National Health Service is also reviewed with identification of research priorities.