Emina Obarcanin

Dr. Emina Obarcanin


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Academic Career Length

12Years (2015-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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28 April 2015 in International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy
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EOEmina Obarcanin
Emina Obarcanin
MKManfred Krüger
Manfred Krüger
PMPetra Müller
Petra Müller
VNVerena Nemitz
Verena Nemitz
HSHolger Schwender
Holger Schwender
SLStephanie Läer
Stephanie Läer

30 January 2025 in Journal of Clinical Medicine
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MLMilica Lazic
Milica Lazic
MDMilan Djukic
Milan Djukic
VVVladislav Vukomanovic
Vladislav Vukomanovic
MBMaja Bozidar Bijelic
Maja Bozidar Bijelic
EOEmina Obarcanin
Emina Obarcanin
MBMilica Bajcetic
Milica Bajcetic
Background: Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, such as enalapril, are foundational in treating pediatric heart failure. However, they are often administered off-label to young children using extemporaneous formulations. This study, conducted as part of the EU-funded Labeling of Enalapril from Neonates up to Adolescents (LENA) project, aimed to evaluate the acceptability and palatability of an age-appropriate enalapril orodispersible minitablet (ODMT). These factors are critical for ensuring adherence, efficacy, and safety in pediatric patients. Methods: An 8-week trial was conducted in children with heart failure caused by dilated cardiomyopathy or congenital heart disease. Enalapril ODMTs (0.25 mg or 1.0 mg) were dose-titrated and administered to 38 children aged 0–6 months and 22 children aged 6 months to 6 years. This study aimed to assess its acceptability and palatability, key factors contributing to adherence, and therefore, efficacy and safety. Results: Across all 169 assessments in 38 children aged 0–6 months and 22 aged 6 months to 6 years, complete or partial swallowability was observed, and the acceptability rate was 100%. There were no cases of choking, inhalation/coughing, or spitting out. A favorable or neutral rating was observed in 96% of palatability assessments based on observations of facial expressions. Acceptability and palatability were higher in subjects aged 6 months–6 years than 0–6 months, with no significant influence from repeated administration. Conclusions: Enalapril ODMTs are widely accepted and well-tolerated among young children, including neonates, with heart failure. These findings suggest that ODMTs are a suitable and effective method for administering pediatric medicinal products.