This sheet is about exposure to oral prednisone or prednisolone in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are prednisone and prednisolone? Prednisone and prednisolone belong to a group of medications called corticosteroids. In the body, prednisone is broken down into prednisolone. Prednisone and prednisolone are used to treat many conditions, such as asthma, autoimmune diseases and skin …
The Baby Blog: Gastroenterology
Omeprazole | Esomeprazole
This sheet is about exposure to omeprazole or esomeprazole in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is omeprazole and esomeprazole? Omeprazole is a medication used to treat heartburn, stomach ulcers, and acid reflux (also known as GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease). It belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that reduce acid released by the stomach. A …
Mesalamine
This sheet is about exposure to mesalamine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is mesalamine? Mesalamine is an anti-inflammatory (reduces inflammation or swelling) prescription medication. Mesalamine has been approved for use to treat ulcerative colitis, an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). It belongs to a class of medications called 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA). Another name for …
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
This sheet is about inflammatory bowel disease during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic intestine illness with symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and weight loss. IBD includes Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC). CD and UC involve serious inflammation of the intestines. Can …
Certolizumab Pegol (Cimzia®)
This sheet is about exposure to certolizumab pegol in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is certolizumab pegol? Certolizumab pegol is a medication used to treat autoimmune conditions. It is called a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) inhibitor because it binds and blocks TNF, a substance in the body that causes inflammation in the joints, spine, and skin. Certolizumab pegol is sold under the …
