This sheet is about exposure to capsaicin 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 capsaicin? Capsaicin is the part of peppers (Solanaceae family, capsicum genus) that makes your mouth feel hot. Capsaicin has been generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food and candy. It has been used in …
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Fact Sheet: Remdesivir (Veklury®)
This sheet is about exposure to remdesivir in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is remdesivir? Remdesivir is an antiviral medication that has been approved to treat SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19. It has also been used to treat Ebola virus infections. Remdesivir is sold under the brand name Veklury®. Having a COVID-19 infection during …
Fact Sheet: Prilocaine
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, …
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 …
