This sheet is about exposure to azithromycin 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 azithromycin? Azithromycin is an antibiotic that has been used to treat many bacterial infections, including lung infections (such as bronchitis and pneumonia), strep throat, and ear, sinus, and skin infections. It is also commonly used, including during …
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Fact Sheet: Meclizine
This sheet is about exposure to meclizine 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 meclizine? Meclizine is a medication that has been used to treat nausea and vomiting, motion sickness, and vertigo (a feeling of whirling and loss of balance). It belongs to a class of medications called antihistamines. Meclizine is available over the counter and …
Fact Sheet: Spironolactone (Aldactone®, Carospir®, Qaialdo®)
This sheet is about exposure to spironolactone 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 spironolactone? Spironolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic (commonly called water pills) that has been used to treat swelling, congestive heart failure, primary hyperaldosteronism (when the adrenal glands make too much of the hormone aldosterone), and …
Fact Sheet: Hydroxyzine (Vistaril®, Atarax®)
This sheet is about exposure to hydroxyzine 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 Hydroxyzine? Hydroxyzine (Vistaril®, Atarax®) is an antihistamine. Antihistamines work by helping the body lower the response to allergens including pollen, nuts, or skin irritants, which can make you itch or develop hives. Some antihistamines, like hydroxyzine, …
Fact Sheet: X-rays
This sheet is about having X-rays while pregnant or breastfeeding. This information is based on available published research. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What are X-rays? X-rays are a form of energy known as ionizing radiation. X-rays have enough energy to pass through the body. As the X-ray moves through the body, it passes through bones, tissues, and organs differently. This allows an image to be created of the inside of the body. …
