This sheet is about exposure to atomoxetine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is atomoxetine? Atomoxetine is a mediation that has been used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and bed wetting. It belongs to a class of medications known as norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. A brand name for atomoxetine is Strattera®. Sometimes when people find out they are …
The Baby Blog: ADD/ADHD
ADD/ADHD
Focusing on ADD/ADHD during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Disclaimer: This page houses important information and resources pertaining to ADD/ADHD 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. ADD/ADHD is a mental health condition in which people may have trouble paying attention and focusing, controlling impulsive behaviors (act without thinking about …
Nortriptyline
This sheet talks about exposure to nortriptyline in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is nortriptyline? Nortriptyline is a prescription medication that has been approved to treat depression. It is part of a group of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. Nortriptyline has also been used for other medical indications, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), …
Clonidine
This sheet talks about exposure to clonidine in a 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 used to treat high blood pressure, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and in some cases bipolar disorder or pain. Some brand names include Catapres®, Duraclon® and Kapvay®. Clonidine is sometimes used in combination with other medication for the …
ADD/ADHD: Focusing on What’s Best for Mom and Baby during Pregnancy
By Beth Kiernan, MPH, Interviewer & Teratogen Information Specialist, MotherToBaby Kristin called MotherToBaby one afternoon saying, “I just took a home pregnancy test and it’s positive.” Kristin sounded beyond worried. “I’ve been taking a medication for ADHD since I was eight years old, and when I searched the internet it said it was harmful and that I should stop taking it before getting pregnant.” Kristin hadn’t planned on getting pregnant. Now, not only was she terrified she had hurt …
