This sheet is about exposure to prilocaine 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 prilocaine? Prilocaine is a local anesthetic. Local anesthetics are medications used to numb areas of the body for short periods of time. Prilocaine is given by injection (a shot) during some dental procedures and for surgical procedures on other areas of the body, …
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Fact Sheet: Guanfacine (Intuniv®, Tenex®)
This sheet is about exposure to guanfacine 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 guanfacine? Guanfacine is a medication approved to treat high blood pressure and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It has also been used for Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, opioid withdrawal and sedation weaning (decreasing …
Fact Sheet: Atenolol (Tenormin®)
This sheet is about exposure to atenolol 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 atenolol? Atenolol is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), and heart rhythm issues (arrhythmias). It has also been used to treat, prevent, and improve survival after a heart attack. It belongs to the class of …
Fact Sheet: Metoprolol
This sheet is about exposure to metoprolol 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 metoprolol? Metoprolol is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure, fast heart rate, and migraines. It is part of a class of medications known as beta-blockers. Some brand names for metoprolol are Lopressor®, Toprol®, …
Fact Sheet: Pregnancy Study Participation
What is a MotherToBaby Pregnancy Study? Who is MotherToBaby? A MotherToBaby Pregnancy Study is a research study that collects information from a woman during her pregnancy along with information about her baby’s health after the pregnancy is over. MotherToBaby Pregnancy Studies are conducted by the non-profit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists (OTIS) and are coordinated by the University of California, San Diego. Will I be asked to take any additional medications? Or to stop …
