This sheet is about exposure to sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim 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 sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP)? Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim (SMZ-TMP) are two medications that have been used together to treat bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections (UTIs). They belong to a class of medications …
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Fact Sheet: St. John’s Wort
This sheet is about exposure to St. John’s wort 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 St. John’s wort? St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a flowering plant that has been used as an herbal supplement. It is available as a tablet or capsule, liquid extract, tea, and as a cream or ointment. It is also sometimes mixed with other herbal …
Fact Sheet: Salmeterol (Serevent®, Serevent Diskus®)
This sheet is about exposure to salmeterol in a 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 providers. What is salmeterol? Salmeterol (Serevent®, Serevent Diskus®) is a medication that has been used to treat asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and also as prophylaxis for exercise induced bronchospasm. It is in a class of medications called …
Fact Sheet: Penicillin G
This sheet is about exposure to penicillin G 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 penicillin G? Penicillin G is an antibiotic drug that belongs to a class of antibiotic medications called penicillins. It works by killing bacteria that cause infections and has been used to treat Staphylococcus aureus (Staph) and syphilis. Penicillin G is …
Fact Sheet: Phentermine
This sheet is about exposure to phentermine 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 providers. What is phentermine? Phentermine is a medication that has been used as an appetite suppressant to treat obesity. Some brand names for phentermine are Adipex®, Fastin®, Ionamin®, Lomaira™®, or Zantryl®. The combination of phentermine and topiramate is sold under the …
