This sheet talks about exposure to low dose aspirin in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is low dose aspirin? Aspirin is also known as acetylsalicylic acid. It is a common prescription and over-the-counter medication similar to other non-steroidal inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen (Motrin®) and naproxen (Aleve®). Aspirin reduces inflammation, fever, and pain. Aspirin can …
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Metoprolol
This sheet is about exposure to metoprolol in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is metoprolol? Metoprolol is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure, fast heart rate, and migraines. It is part of a class of medications known as beta-blockers. Some brand names for metoprolol are Lopressor®, Toprol®, Apo-Metoprolol®, Betaloc®, Novo-Metoprolol®, and …
Propranolol
This sheet is about exposure to propranolol in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is propranolol? Propranolol is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure, some heart conditions, overactive thyroid, tremors, glaucoma, and migraines. It belongs to the class of medications called beta-blockers. Some brand names for propranolol are Inderal®, InnoPran XL®, Detensol®, …
Clonidine
This sheet is about exposure to clonidine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is clonidine? Clonidine is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), bipolar disorder, and pain. Clonidine is sometimes used in combination with other medication for the management of opioid withdrawal. Some brand names include Catapres®, …
ACE Inhibitors
This sheet is about exposure to ACE inhibitors in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is an ACE inhibitor? Angiotensin-converting-enzyme (ACE) inhibitor is the name used to describe a group of medications used to treat high blood pressure. They have also been used for treating problems with the heart and kidneys. ACE inhibitors are sold under many names, such as: benazepril …
