This sheet talks about exposure to proton pump inhibitors in a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are proton pump inhibitors? Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are a group of medicines that reduce stomach acid production and improve the symptoms of acid reflux, stomach and intestinal ulcers. Acid reflux occurs when acid from the stomach backs up into the esophagus and causes symptoms …
The Baby Blog: Gastroenterology
Azathioprine | 6-mercaptopurine
This sheet is about using azathioprine or 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is azathioprine and 6-MP? Azathioprine and 6-MP are medications that decrease the activity of the body’s immune system. These medications are closely related to each other. In the body, azathioprine breaks down into 6-MP. Azathioprine and 6-MP are used to treat autoimmune …
Ustekinumab (Stelara®)
This sheet is about exposure to ustekinumab in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is ustekinumab? Ustekinumab is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis, Crohn’s disease, and active psoriatic arthritis. It is given as an infusion into a vein (IV) or as an injection under the skin. Ustekinumab is sold under the brand name Stelara®. MotherToBaby has fact …
Topical Corticosteroids
This sheet talks about exposure to topical corticosteroids during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are topical corticosteroids? Topical corticosteroids are medications applied directly on the skin that are used in the treatment of skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and other rashes. They may be in the form of a lotion, cream, ointment or gel. There are many different …
Prednisone | Prednisolone
This sheet talks about exposure to oral prednisone or prednisolone in a 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 …
