Beth Conover, APRN, CGC and Angela Messer, MS join host Chris Stallman, a certified genetic counselor and mom of four to discuss allergy medications while breastfeeding. How can you ensure milk supply isn't affected when taking allergy medication? Is over-the-counter medications safer than prescription allergy medications? Follow along as we talk about these allergy topics. DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded at our 2019 Annual Meeting prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. …
The Baby Blog: Allergies
Pseudoephedrine
This sheet talks about exposure to pseudoephedrine in a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is pseudoephedrine? Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that is used to treat nasal congestion (“stuffy nose”) caused by colds or allergies. Pseudoephedrine is sold under many different brand names. Pseudoephedrine can be combined with other ingredients to help treat symptoms that may come with having …
Episode 22: Allergies in Pregnancy
Beth Conover, APRN, CGC and Angela Messer, MS join host Chris Stallman, a certified genetic counselor and mom of four to discuss allergy medications during pregnancy. What do you know about seasonal allergies? What are the common questions about allergy medications? Join us to discuss! DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded at our 2019 Annual Meeting prior to the COVID-19 pandemic. …
Montelukast (Singulair®)
This sheet talks about using montelukast in a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is montelukast? Montelukast is an asthma and allergy medication that is taken by mouth. Montelukast works by blocking a group of chemicals in the body called leukotrienes. Leukotrienes cause inflammation (swelling) of the airways, which can make it hard to breath. Montelukast is used to help control …
Cetirizine
This sheet talks about exposure to cetirizine in a 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 used for allergies and cold symptoms. Cetirizine can be used to treat allergy symptoms, including sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes and itchy throat. Cetirizine is sold over the counter under brand names including Zyrtec® and …
