The air we breathe matters and often we do not have control over what is in it. For many, the Spring season brings beautiful flowers and a most welcome warming of temperatures, as well as spending more time outside. It also marks the explosion of pollen, which can irritate both those with allergies and people with asthma. Being outside to engage in outdoor activities also means we are exposed to any air pollution that may be present. Pregnancy is a sensitive time for both the parent and the …
The Baby Blog: Asthma
Montelukast (Singulair®)
This sheet is about exposure to montelukast in 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 medication used to treat asthma and allergies. 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 breathe. Montelukast is used to help control allergy …
Promethazine (Phenergan®)
This sheet is about exposure to promethazine in a pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is promethazine? Promethazine is a medication that has been is used to treat nausea and vomiting, motion sickness, and allergies. It has also been used for sedation (to help sleep) and for treating vertigo. Promethazine has been sold under brand names such as Phenergan®, Promethegan®, and …
Salmeterol (Serevent Diskus®)
This sheet is about exposure to salmeterol in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is salmeterol? Salmeterol is a medication that has been used for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is in a class of medications called beta2-agonists. Beta2-agonists help to open the airways in the lungs (bronchodilators). Salmeterol is a long-acting beta2-agonist …
Asthma
This sheet is about having asthma in a pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is asthma? Asthma refers to inflammation (swelling and tightening) in the airways of the lungs. When an asthma attack happens, it is difficult for air to pass through the lungs which leads to symptoms like wheezing, coughing, and trouble breathing. Asthma cannot be cured but is often managed with medication in …
