This sheet is about exposure to omeprazole or esomeprazole in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare providers. What are omeprazole and esomeprazole? These two medications contain the same active ingredient and act in the body in a similar way. Both omeprazole and esomeprazole belong to a group of medications called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). …
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Fact Sheet: Zolpidem (Ambien®)
This sheet is about exposure to zolpidem 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 zolpidem? Zolpidem is a sedative-hypnotic medication (causes calm and sleep) that has been used to treat insomnia (not being able to fall asleep or stay asleep). It belongs to a group of medications called hypnotic benzodiazepine receptor agonists, …
Fact Sheet: Azathioprine | 6-mercaptopurine (Imuran® | Purinethol®)
This sheet is about exposure to azathioprine / 6-mercaptopurine (6-MP) in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare providers. What is azathioprine and 6-MP? Azathioprine and 6-MP are medications that lower the body’s immune system. These medications are closely related to each other. In the body, azathioprine breaks down into 6-MP. The brand name of azathioprine is Imuran®. The …
Fact Sheet: Tralokinumab (Adbry®)
This sheet is about exposure to tralokinumab 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 tralokinumab? Tralokinumab (Adbry®) is a medication in the form of a shot (injection) that has been used to treat moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) that is hard to treat with topical therapies (used on the skin). It has also been used to treat atopic …
Fact Sheet: Chlordiazepoxide (Librium®)
This sheet is about exposure to chlordiazepoxide 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 chlordiazepoxide? Chlordiazepoxide is a medication that has been used to treat anxiety and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome (such as anxiety and agitation). MotherToBaby has a fact sheet on anxiety here …
