This sheet is about exposure to montelukast 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 montelukast? Montelukast is medication that has been used to treat asthma and allergies. While montelukast has been used to lower the chance of having an asthma attack, it does not stop an asthma attack. Montelukast is sold under the brand name …
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Fact Sheet: Loratadine (Claritin®)
This sheet is about exposure to loratadine 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 loratadine? Loratadine is an over-the-counter antihistamine. It has been used to treat symptoms of allergic reactions and colds, such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, itchy throat, and hives. Some brand names for loratadine are Claritin® and Alavert®. In …
Fact Sheet: Lurasidone (Latuda®)
This sheet is about exposure to lurasidone 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 lurasidone? Lurasidone is a medication that has been used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It belongs to a class of medications known as atypical antipsychotics. Lurasidone is sold under the brand name Latuda®. Sometimes when women find out they …
Fact Sheet: Misoprostol (Cytotec®)
This sheet is about exposure to misoprostol 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 misoprostol? Misoprostol is sold under the brand name Cytotec®. The product label for misoprostol recommends that women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant not use this medication. However, it is important to talk with your healthcare providers …
Fact Sheet: Tildrakizumab (Ilumya®)
This sheet is about exposure to tildrakizumab 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 tildrakizumab? Tildrakizumab (Ilumya®) is a medication that has been used to treat moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. For more information about psoriasis in pregnancy, please see the MotherToBaby fact sheet at …
