This sheet is about exposure to oral levonorgestrel for emergency contraception in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is levonorgestrel? Levonorgestrel is a medication that has been used to prevent pregnancy (contraception). Levonorgestrel is available in different forms, either by itself or combined with other medications. This fact sheet is …
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Fact Sheet: Diphenhydramine
This sheet is about exposure to diphenhydramine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is diphenhydramine? Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine medication that has been used to treat allergy symptoms, nausea, motion sickness, insomnia, itchy skin, migraine, and tremors related to Parkinson’s disease. Diphenhydramine is found in many prescriptions and …
Fact Sheet: Atopic Dermatitis
This sheet is about having atopic dermatitis in a pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is atopic dermatitis? Atopic dermatitis (also called atopic eczema or eczema) is a medical condition that makes skin red and itchy. Symptoms can include dry and itchy skin, red to brownish-gray patches (especially on the hands, feet, ankles, wrists, neck, upper …
Fact Sheet: Dimethyl Fumarate
This sheet is about exposure to dimethyl fumarate in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published research. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is dimethyl fumarate? Dimethyl fumarate is a prescription medication used to treat a type of multiple sclerosis (MS) with symptoms that flare up from time to time, known as relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. Dimethyl fumarate works by lowering inflammation …
Fact Sheet: Triazolam (Halcion®)
This sheet is about exposure to triazolam in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is triazolam? Triazolam is a medication that has been used to treat insomnia (having a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep), and to help lower anxiety about medical procedures. Triazolam is in a class of medications called benzodiazepines. A brand name for …
