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®, …
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Fact Sheet: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
This sheet is about exposure to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) 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 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)? Magnetic resonance imaging, known as MRI, is a medical procedure that has been used to create pictures of the inside of the body to diagnose some diseases or conditions. An MRI can also create images of a …
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 …
Fact Sheet: Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine
This sheet is about exposure to the varicella vaccine 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 varicella (chickenpox)? Varicella, commonly called chickenpox, is a viral infection that usually happens in childhood, but can happen anytime in life. Chickenpox is very contagious, meaning it can spread easily from person to person. The best way to …
Fact Sheet: Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD)
This sheet is about exposure to lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) 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 LSD? Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) is a drug that can change how a person thinks and sees the world around them. It can cause intense thoughts and emotions, seeing things that are not there (hallucinations), and believing in things that …
