Bringing Breastfeeding Professionals Access to LactMed for Exposure Information On-the-Go LactRx by MotherToBaby is a free app providing current information on the use of medications, vaccines, diagnostic agents & drugs of misuse during breastfeeding. The LactRx app provides easy access to the LactMed database, a resource from the National Library of Medicine (NLM). The LactRx app provides access to the LactMed database, which has information on the use of medications, vaccines, …
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Fact Sheet: Cetirizine (Zyrtec®)
This sheet is about exposure to cetirizine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is cetirizine? Cetirizine is an antihistamine. Antihistamines are medications that have been used to treat symptoms of allergies. such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. Cetirizine is sold over the counter under brand names including Zyrtec® and Reactine®. Sometimes when people find out …
Fact Sheet: Propranolol
This sheet is about exposure to propranolol in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It 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 …
Page: Natural Disasters
When Nature’s Fury Strikes Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to natural disasters during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, including links to our evidence-based Fact Sheets. However, the resources here should not replace the care and advice of a medical professional. Being pregnant or breastfeeding an infant can be a challenge under normal conditions, but doing it when your world is in disarray because of a natural disaster can feel overwhelming. …
Fact Sheet: Guselkumab (TREMFYA®)
This sheet is about exposure to guselkumab in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is guselkumab? Guselkumab is a medication that has been used to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis in adults. It is given by injection under the skin and is sold under the brand name Tremfya®. For more information about …