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Medications and Pregnancy
The risks involved with medication use during
pregnancy:
When pregnant, a woman should always check with her physician
before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medication.
All medications affect the fetus differently, depending on
the stage of development, the type and dosage of the medication
being taken, and the drug tolerance of the mother-to-be.
Women who take medications for preexisting medical conditions,
such as epilepsy or high blood pressure, should always check
with their physician before continuing to use that medication
while pregnant.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is reviewing its
regulation of drugs for pregnant women. Unfortunately, there
is little scientific information available about the effects
of many medications on a pregnancy.
Always check with your physician before taking any medication
during pregnancy.
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