This sheet is about exposure to oxcarbazepine in pregnancy or 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 oxcarbazepine? Oxcarbazepine is a medication that has been approved for the treatment of partial seizures. It has also been used to treat migraine, symptoms of dementia, epilepsy, trigeminal neuralgia (nerve pain in the face) and bipolar disorder. Some brand …
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Fact Sheet: Rheumatoid Arthritis
This sheet is about rheumatoid arthritis 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 rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a type of arthritis that mainly affects joints but can also affect other parts of the body. It is an autoimmune condition, meaning the immune system does not work the way it should, causing inflammation (swelling). …
Fact Sheet: Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis
This sheet is about having psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis in a pregnancy or 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 psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis? Psoriasis is a skin condition in which skin cells grow faster than usual. This can lead to dry, thick patches on the skin. Psoriasis is not contagious, so you cannot catch it from another person. While the …
Fact Sheet: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) vaccine 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 are tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis? Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis are diseases caused by bacteria. Tetanus causes tightening of the muscles and painful muscle spasms. Even with good medical care, 10-20% of people …
Fact Sheet: Paroxetine
This sheet is about exposure to paroxetine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is paroxetine? Paroxetine is a medication that has been used to treat depression, general anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and panic disorder. Paroxetine belongs to the …
