Selected References: Gallagher M. 2018. Exposure to Dihyroxyacetone in Sunless Tanning Products. Understanding the Risks. J Dermatol Nurses Assoc. 10(1)11-17. Meadows M. 2003. Don’t be in the dark about tanning. FDA Consumer Magazine, 37:6. Turner J et al. 2023. In search of the perfect tan: Chemical activity, biological effects, business considerations, and consumer implications of dihydroxyacetone sunless tanning products. J Cosmet Dermatol. 22(1)79-88. United States Food …
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Every person wants to know what’s best for their baby, especially when it comes to knowing how to minimize exposure risks. Our relatable stories are packed with practical information from our rotating staff of MotherToBaby expert bloggers. Whatever topic you’re looking for, our blogs will provide you a great foundation to learn more.
Venlafaxine (Effexor®)
Selected References: Anderson KN, et al., 2020. Maternal use of specific antidepressant medications during early pregnancy and the risk of selected birth defects. JAMA psychiatry, 77(12):1246–1255. Bellantuono C, et al. 2015. The safety of serotonin-noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) in pregnancy and breastfeeding: a comprehensive review. Hum Psychopharmacol. 30(3):143-51. Berard A, et al. 2017. Antidepressant use during pregnancy and the risk of major congenital …
Labetalol
Selected References: Alhazmi AM, Albulushi A. 2025. Targeted antihypertensive therapy after hypertensive pregnancy: Lactation-safe choices, treatment thresholds, and outcomes (2015-2025). Curr Probl Cardiol. 50(12):103191. Bateman BT, et al. 2016. Late pregnancy β Blocker exposure and risks of neonatal hypoglycemia and bradycardia. Pediatrics. 138(3):e20160731. Beau A-B, et al. 2014. Safety of oseltamivir during pregnancy: a comparative study using the EFEMERIS database. BJOG. …
Salmeterol (Serevent®, Serevent Diskus®)
Selected References: Cazzola M, et al. 2002. Clinical pharmacokinetics of salmeterol. Clin Pharmacokinet, 41(1):19-30. Cossette B, et al. 2014. Relative perinatal safety of salmeterol vs formoterol and fluticasone vs budesonide use during pregnancy. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol, 112(5):459-464. GlaxoSmithKline LLC. 2020. Serevent diskus prescribing information. Jones KL, et al. 2002. Salmeterol use and pregnancy outcomes: a prospective multi-center study. J Allergy Clin …
ACE Inhibitors
Selected References: Al-Maawali A, et al. 2012. Taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors during pregnancy: is it safe? Can Fam Physician, 58(1):49-51. Bateman BT, et al. 2017. Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and the risk of congenital malformations. Obstet Gynecol, 129:174-184. Briggs GG. 2002. Drug effects on the fetus and breast-fed infant. Clin Obstet Gynecol, 45(1):6-21. Bullo M, et al. 2012 Pregnancy outcome following exposure to angiotensin-converting …
