This sheet is about exposure to prilocaine 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 prilocaine? Prilocaine is a local anesthetic. Local anesthetics are medications that have been used to numb areas of the body for short periods of time. Prilocaine has been given by injection (given by shot) during dental procedures and has been used for …
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Fact Sheet: Metoprolol
This sheet is about exposure to metoprolol 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 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®, …
Fact Sheet: Fexofenadine (Allegra®)
This sheet is about exposure to fexofenadine 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 fexofenadine? Fexofenadine is an over-the-counter antihistamine that has been used to treat and prevent allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itching, and hives. Some brand names are Allegra® and Aller-Ease®. Sometimes when people …
Baby Blog: Shake it Up, Baby? Maybe Not. Considering Nutritional Shakes in Pregnancy
“I just found out I’m pregnant. Can I keep drinking my energy shake in the mornings?” “My doctor gave me the go-ahead to work out. Okay to have a protein shake after the gym?” “My immunity-boosting drink is a life-saver. Can I keep using it while I’m pregnant?” These are common questions during pregnancy, and ones that we hear a lot at MotherToBaby. Perhaps you’ve wondered the same thing yourself. As teratogen information specialists, we provide facts about how a person’s exposures in pregnancy …
Fact Sheet: Atenolol (Tenormin®)
This sheet is about exposure to atenolol in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is atenolol? Atenolol is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm issues (arrythmias). It has also been used to treat, prevent, and improve survival after a heart attack. It belongs to the class of medications called beta-blockers. A brand name for …