This sheet is about exposure to sunless tanners 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 are sunless tanners? Sunless tanners, also called self-tanners, are often creams or lotions that darken your skin to give it a “tan” without sun exposure. The main ingredient is dihydroxyacetone (DHA), usually made from plants like sugar beets or sugar cane. …
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Fact Sheet: Deucravacitinib (Sotyktu®)
This sheet is about exposure to deucravacitinib 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 deucravacitinib? Deucravacitinib is a medication that has been approved for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis. A brand name for deucravacitinib is Sotyktu®. MotherToBaby has a fact sheet on psoriasis & psoriatic arthritis at: …
Fact Sheet: Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir (Paxlovid®)
This sheet is about exposure to nirmatrelvir/ritonavir 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 nirmatrelvir/ritonavir? Nirmatrelvir and ritonavir are medications that have been used together to treat COVID-19 (the illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus). The combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is sold under the brand name Paxlovid®. To …
Fact Sheet: Loxapine
This sheet is about exposure to loxapine 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 loxapine? Loxapine is a medication that has been used to treat mental health conditions including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Some brand names for loxapine are Loxitane® and Adasuve®. Sometimes when women find out they are pregnant, they think about changing …
Fact Sheet: Caffeine
This sheet is about exposure to caffeine 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 caffeine? Caffeine is a stimulant found in many foods and beverages. It is also found in some prescription and over the counter medications. Caffeine is naturally found in the leaves, seeds, and fruits of more than 60 plants. Caffeine’s main effect is making …
