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Name of Drug |
FDA Risk Factor |
Possible Problems |
What You Need to Know |
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A. Antihistamines |
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Allegra (fexofenadine) |
C |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Product too new to evaluate. Use over-the-counter product like chlorpheniramine if treatment necessary. |
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Claritin (loratidine),
Zyrtec (ceftrizine) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Product too new to evaluate. Use over-the-counter product like chlorpheniramine if treatment necessary. |
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Hismanal (astemizole) |
C |
Limited reports of use in pregnancy available. |
Product too new to evaluate. Use over-the-counter product like chlorpheniramine if treatment necessary. |
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B. Antibiotics/Anti-infectives |
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1. Antifungals |
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Terrazol (terconazole) |
C |
No known link to birth defects. |
Use as directed by your physician for vulvo-vaginal yeast infections. |
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Diflucan (fluconazole) |
C |
Possible birth defects with continuous use at higher doses. |
Should be avoided in pregnancy, if possible. |
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Fulvicin (griseofulvin) |
C |
May be associated with conjoined twins. |
Avoid. |
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Mycostatin (nystatin)
oral or cream |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
A possible alternative to terconazole. |
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2. Antimalarials |
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Aralen (chloroquine) |
C |
May be responsible for various birth defects. Research inconclusive. |
A safer alternative than quinine. |
|
Paludrine (proguanil) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
May be best choice for malaria prophylaxis in pregnancy. |
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Quinine |
D |
Possible birth defects. |
Use alternatives if possible. |
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3. Antituberculosis |
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Isoniazid (INH) |
C |
Toxic in animal embryos; may cause neurological abnormalities. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Myambutol (ethambutol) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Rifampin
(antituberculosis) |
C |
Possible increase in fetal anomalies. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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4. Antivirals |
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Famvir (famciclovir) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
For treatment of genital herpes. Avoid use during pregnancy, if possible. |
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Retrovir (zidovudine-AZT) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Effective in preventing maternal-fetal transmission of HIV. |
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Valtrex (valcyclovir) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
For treatment of genital herpes. Avoid use during pregnancy, if possible. |
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Zovirax (acyclovir) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
For treatment of genital herpes. Avoid use during pregnancy, if possible. Recent evidence suggests it may be warranted in certain situations. |
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5. Cephalosporins |
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Keflex (cephalexin),
Ceclor(cefaclor),
Duricef (cefadroxil),
Suprax (cefixime) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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6. Quinolones |
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Cipro (ciprofloxacin)
Floxin (ofloxacin) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Should be avoided in pregnancy unless no safer alternatives exist. |
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NegGram (nalidixic acid) |
C |
Causes birth defects in animals. |
Should be avoided in pregnancy unless no safer alternatives exist. |
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Noroxin (norfloxacin) |
C |
May be associated with birth defects. |
Should be avoided in pregnancy unless no safer alternatives exist. |
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7. Penicillins |
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Amoxicillin, ampicillin, cloxacillin, dicloxacillin, penicillin |
B |
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Use only as directed by your physician. |
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8. Sulfonamides (Sulfa Drugs) |
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Bactrim, Septra
(sulfamethoxazole) |
B |
May be associated with birth defects. Not confirmed. If administered near term, may cause neonatal jaundice. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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9. Antitrichomonas |
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Flagyl, Protostat
(metronidazole) |
B |
Controversy regarding safety during pregnancy. |
Should be avoided in first trimester and used only if absolutely necessary in second and third trimesters. |
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10. Urinary Antibiotics |
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Macrodantin/Macrobid
(nitrofurantoin) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Avoid using near term or with suspected G6PD deficiency (a genetic disorder that weakens red blood cells). |
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Monurol (fosfomycin) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Taken as a single dose. |
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11. Scabicides/Pediculocides (Anti-lice and Scabies) |
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Kwell (lindane shampoo) |
B |
May be associated with nerve damage and anemia. |
Use pyrethrins with piperonyl butoxide for lice infestations in pregnancy. See over-the-counter medication chart. |
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12. Other |
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Augmentin (clavulonate/amoxicillin) |
B |
May be associated with spina bifida. Not confirmed. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Betadine (povidone—iodine) |
D |
Prolonged use or use near term may cause fetal thyroid disorder. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Betasept, Hibiclens (chlorhexidine gluconate) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Used as a presurgical skin cleanser. |
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Biaxin (clarithromycin) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Related to erythromycin, but newer. |
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Cleocin (clindamycin) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Erythromycin |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. Possible maternal liver toxicity with certain forms (estolate or ethylsuccinate esters). |
Preferred drug in pregnancy for chlamydia. |
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pHisoHex (hexachlorophene) |
C |
Causes birth defects in animals in high doses. |
Avoid in pregnancy, especially on mucous membranes or injured skin. |
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Vibramycin, Doryx (doxycycline), Minocin (minocycline), tetracycline |
D |
May cause various birth defects, tooth discoloration, and possible bone damage. |
Avoid during pregnancy. |
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Zithromax (azithromycin) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Related to erythromycin, but newer. |
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C. Antilipemics (Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs) |
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Lipitor (atorvastatin),
Mevacor (lovastatin),
Lescol (fluvastatin),
Pravachol (pravastatin),
Zocor (simvastatin) |
X |
Theoretically toxic to fetal development. |
Do not use during or prior to pregnancy. |
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Lopid (gemfibrozil) |
C |
May be associated with birth defects. |
Rarely necessary during pregnancy. |
|
Questran
(cholestyramine),
Colestid (colestipol) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Has limited use during pregnancy. |
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D. Cancer Drugs |
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Adriamycin (doxorubicin),
fluorouracil,
methotrexate, Cytoxan
(cyclophosphamide),
Idamycin (idarubicin),
Novantrone (mitoxantrone),
Oncovin (vincristine),
Platinol (cisplatin),
Vesanoid (tretinoin Oral) |
D |
Highly toxic. Multiple birth defects, neonatal bone-marrow suppression, and intrauterine growth restriction. |
Benefits must clearly outweigh the risks. Occupational exposure to these agents by pregnant women is potentially toxic in the first trimester. |
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Novadex (tamoxifen) |
D |
Toxic in animal studies. Possibly carcinogenic as well. |
Avoid in pregnancy and for at least two months before conceiving. |
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E. Muscle Relaxants |
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Flexeril (cyclobenzaprine) |
B |
|
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Parafon Forte (chlorzoxazone),
Robaxin (methocarbamol),
Norflex (orphenadrine) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Avoid during pregnancy. |
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F. Cardiovascular Drugs |
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1. Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACE Inhibitors) |
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Capoten (captopril),
Vasotec (enalopril),
Zestril (lisinopril) |
D |
Toxic to fetus. Causes birth defects even in second and third trimesters. |
Avoid during pregnancy. |
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2. Antihypertensives (Blood Pressure Medications) |
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Aldomet (methyldopa) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Discuss switching from your current antihypertensive to methyldopa or labetalol with your caregiver. |
|
Inderal (propranolol) |
C |
Decreased heart rate, low blood sugar, possible growth restriction. |
Consider switching to methyldopa or labetalol. |
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Lopressor (metoprolol) |
C |
First-trimester reports lacking; mild neonatal hypotension and decreased heart rate a possibility. |
Consider switching to methyldopa or labetalol. |
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Normodyne (labetalol) |
C |
First-trimester reports lacking; mild neonatal hypotension and decreased heart rate a possibility. |
Preferred to methyldopa by some maternal-fetal medicine specialists. |
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Tenormin (atenolol) |
C |
May be associated with birth defects. Otherwise similar to labetalol. |
Consider switching to methyldopa or labetalol. |
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3. Calcium Channel Blockers |
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Calan (verapaml),
Norvasc (amlopidine),
Procardia (nifedipine) |
C |
Not proven to be safe during pregnancy. Possible temporary fetal/neonatal cardiovascular functional abnormalities. |
Consult your cardiologist. |
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4. Cardiac Drugs |
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Lanoxin (digoxin) |
C |
Maternal overdose may be toxic to developing baby. |
Consult your cardiologist. |
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5. Vasodilators |
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Nitroglycerin |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Also used for treatment of excessive uterine contractions/premature labor. |
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G. Central Nervous System (CNS) Drugs |
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1. Analgesics (Pain Relievers) |
|
Darvon, Darvocet (propoxyphene) |
C
D |
May be associated with multiple birth defects. Not confirmed.
Neonatal withdrawal symptoms if used for prolonged periods. |
Narcotic analgesics are generally preferred for occasional use in pregnancy when acetominophen is not effective. |
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2. Anticonvulsants (Epilepsy Drugs) |
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Depakene (valproic acid), Depakote (sodium valproate) |
D |
High incidence of cranial, facial, and limb defects, including cleft lip and palate, and underdeveloped fingers. Impaired physical and mental development, congenital heart defects. |
Untreated epilepsy poses a greater risk than valproic acid. The minimum effective dosage should be used. |
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Dilantin (phenytoin, diphenylhydantoin) |
D |
Fetal Dilantin syndrome. (High incidence (2%-26%) of cranial, facial, and limb defects, including cleft lip and palate, and underdeveloped fingers. Impaired physical and mental development, congenital heart defects. |
Untreated epilepsy poses a greater risk than phenytoin. The minimum effective dosage should be used. |
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Mysoline (primodone) |
D |
High association with birth defects. |
Untreated epilepsy poses a greater risk than primidone. The minimum effective dosage should be used. |
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Phenobarbital |
D |
Barbiturates cross the placenta and are stored in higher concentrations in the fetus than in the mother. Possible effects include fetal addiction, fetal bleeding and coagulation defects, and possible malformations. |
Avoid except in cases in which seizure disorders can’t be treated with safer medications. |
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Tegretol (carbamazepine) |
C |
Possible birth defects. |
Preferred drug for grand mal seizures. Discuss medication strategy with your neurologist. |
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Zarontin (ethosuximide) |
C |
Possible birth defects. |
Preferred drug for petit mal epilepsy, especially during first trimester. |
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3. Antidepressants |
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Effexor (venlafaxine) |
C |
Limited reports of use during pregnancy available |
Unrelated to other antidepressants. |
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Luvox (fluvoxamine) |
C |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
A selective seritonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). |
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Paxil (paroxetine) |
B |
Limited reports of use during pregnancy available. |
An SSRI. |
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Prozac (fluoxetine) |
B |
Limited reports of use during pregnancy available. |
Because there is longer follow-up data for this drug than for newer SSRIs, this is probably the best choice of antidepressant for use during pregnancy. |
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Remeron (mirtazapine) |
C |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
A tetracyclic antidepressant chemically unrelated to tricyclics, SSRIs, and monamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors. |
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Serzone (nefazodone) |
C |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
An SSRI. |
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Sinequan (doxepin) |
C |
May be associated with birth defects. |
When antidepressants are needed in pregnancy, the SSRI drugs appear to be the safest. |
|
Tricyclics including Elavil (amitriptyline),
Surmontil (trimipramine),
Tofranil (imipramine) |
D |
Possible facial, head, limb and central nervous system defects; possible neonatal withdrawal symptoms. |
Avoid in pregnancy if possible. |
|
Wellbutrin (bupropion) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Mechanism of action unrelated to other antidepressants. |
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Zoloft (sertraline) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
An SSRI. |
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4. Narcotic Analgesics |
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Codeine |
C
D |
May be associated with multiple birth defects. Not confirmed.
If used for prolonged periods or in high doses at term.
|
Use only as directed by your physician. |
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Dilaudid (hydromorphone),
OxyContin, Percodan,
Tylox, (oxycodone),
Synalgos-DC (dihydrocodeine),
Vicodin, Lortab (hydrocodone) |
B
D. |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available.
If used for prolonged periods or in high doses at term. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
Demerol (meperidine) |
B
D |
May be associated with hernias.
If used for prolonged periods or in high doses near term, baby may experience withdrawal, respiratory depression, growth restriction and neonatal death. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
Heroin (diacetylmorphine) |
B
D |
Possible chromosome damage. If used for prolonged periods or in high doses near term, baby may experience withdrawal, respiratory depression, growth restriction, lagging intellectual development and neonatal death. |
Do not use during pregnancy. |
|
Methadone |
B
D |
If used for prolonged periods or in high doses near term, baby may experience withdrawal, respiratory depression, growth restriction, and neonatal death. |
Use only as directed for treatment of narcotic addiction. |
|
Morphine |
B
D |
May be associated with hernias.
If used for prolonged periods or in high doses near term, baby may experience withdrawal, respiratory depression, growth restriction, and neonatal death. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
Talwin (pentazocine) |
B
D |
If used for prolonged periods or in high doses near term, baby may experience withdrawal, respiratory depression, growth restriction, and neonatal death. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
Ultram (tramadol) |
C |
Possibly toxic in animals at high doses-related to codeine but not addictive. |
Too new to recommend over traditional narcotic pain-relievers. |
|
5. Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) |
|
Anaprox (naproxen) |
B
|
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Should not be used by women trying to conceive. May impair implantation. |
|
Ansaid (flurbiprofen),
Clinoril (sulindac),
Motrin (ibuprofen),
Ponstel (mefenamic acid),
Voltaren (diclofenac) |
D |
If used during the third trimester or near delivery, this drug can cause neonatal pulmonary hypertension. |
Should not be used by women trying to conceive. May impair implantation. |
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Relafen (nabumetone),
Daypro (oxaprozin)
|
C
D
|
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects.
If used during the third trimester or near delivery, this drug can cause neonatal pulmonary hypertension. |
Should not be used by women trying to conceive. May impair implantation. |
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6. Sedatives and Hypnotics |
|
Ambien (zolpidem) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Relatively new, so if sleeping pill is absolutely needed, most doctors will prescribe a barbiturate, narcotic, or antihistamine for occasional use only. |
|
Benzodiazepines such as Valium (diazepam),
Xanax (alprazolam),
Klonipin (clonazepam)
Ativan (lorazepam) |
D |
Possible birth defects, neonatal depression, "floppy baby" syndrome, neonatal withdrawal. |
Avoid, especially in first trimester. Severe panic disorders may need to be treated in the second and third trimesters. |
|
7. Stimulants/Appetite Suppresants |
|
Fastin, Adipex-P (phentermine) |
C |
May be associated with stillbirth. |
Avoid during pregnancy and preconceptionally. |
|
Meridia (sibutramine) |
C |
Causes birth defects in animals at higher doses. |
Avoid during pregnancy. |
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8. Tranquilizers |
|
Lithium |
D |
Possible changes in newborn heart rhythms and thyroid function; possible goiter, jaundice, electrolyte imbalance. Possible birth defects, especially of the heart. |
Avoid during pregnancy. |
|
Phenothiazines such as
Trilafon (perphenazine),
Compazine (prochlorperazine),
Fluphenazine |
C |
Research regarding birth defects is inconclusive. Possible neurological effects on fetus when taken close to term. |
Avoid using these drugs near term. It may be safe to use some of these drugs for the treatment of severe nausea and vomiting in the first trimester. |
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H. Anticoagulants (Blood Thinners) |
|
Coumadin (warfarin) |
D |
High incidence of birth defects (for example, "Fetal warfarin syndrome"); may lead to fetal hemorrhage or death. |
Do not use these drugs during pregnancy. Heparin is the drug of choice when anticoagulation is necessary. |
|
Heparin |
C |
Fetal and maternal complications possible with prolonged use. |
Generally preferable to Coumadin (warfarin) when anticoagulation is needed in pregnancy. |
|
I. Diuretics |
|
Lasix (furosemide) |
C |
Possible electrolyte imbalance, increased fetal urine output. |
Should be used only in cases of severe hypertension and other cardiovascular disorders. |
|
Thiazides such as
Dyazide, Maxzide,
Aldactazide (hydrochlorthiazide),
Diuril (chlorothiazide) |
D |
Bone-marrow depression, possible birth defects, decreased platelet count (poor blood clotting), electrolyte imbalance. |
Should be used only in cases of severe hypertension and other cardiovascular disorders. |
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J. Gastrointestinal Drugs |
|
1. Antidiarrheal |
|
Immodium (loperamide) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
Lomotil (diphenoxylate) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Related to narcotic meperidine. (Demerol). |
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2. Anti-emetics (Antinausea) |
|
Phenergan (promethazine),
Tigan (trimethobenzamide),
Compazine (prochlorperazine) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. Frequent use in later part of pregnancy may be associated with neonatal jaundice, depression and withdrawal symptoms. |
An option for severe morning sickness (hyperemesis gravidarum). |
|
Reglan (metoclopramide) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Also used when needed to stimulate breast milk production in nursing mothers. |
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3. Antisecretory Drugs |
|
Cytotec (misoprostil) |
X |
Causes miscarriage and birth defects. |
Do not use during pregnancy. |
|
Pepcid (famotidine) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
Prilosec (omeprazole) |
C |
No birth defects in animals, but effects unclear in humans. |
Avoid during pregnancy, especially prior to week 20. |
|
Prevacid (lansoprazole) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Structurally similar to omeprazole. Avoid during pregnancy, especially prior to week 20. |
|
Zantac (ranitidine) |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
K. Hormones |
|
1. Adrenal |
|
Cortisone, Hydrocortisone (forms other than topical) |
D |
Possible birth defects. Possible neonatal adrenal suppression and electrolyte imbalance. |
Switch to prednisone if necessary. |
|
Dexamethasone |
C |
Birth defects in animals; no observed birth defects in humans. Possible neonatal adrenal suppression and electrolyte imbalance. |
Switch to prednisone if necessary. |
|
Prednisone |
B |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. Possible neonatal adrenal suppression and electrolyte imbalance. |
Preferred adrenal steroid during pregnancy. Should be used instead of other corticosteroids whenever possible. |
|
2. Antidiabetic Drugs |
|
Diabinase (chlorpropamide) |
D |
Suspected birth defects, low blood sugar, fetal death. |
Change to insulin if your diabetes cannot be controlled by diet alone. |
|
Glucophage (metformin) |
B |
Appears to be the safest of the oral diabetes drugs. |
Though insulin is the drug of choice for the treatment of diabetes during pregnancy, this drug may be preferred for women of childbearing age who are not planning a pregnancy. |
|
Glucotrol (glipizide) |
C |
Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Change to insulin if your diabetes cannot be controlled by diet alone. |
|
Glynase (glyburide) |
D |
Possible birth defects with first trimester use. |
Change to insulin if your diabetes cannot be controlled by diet alone. |
|
Insulin |
B |
Low blood sugar. Maternal insulin shock can result in fetal death. |
Your dose may have to be adjusted during pregnancy. Consult your physician. |
|
Orinase (tolbutamide) |
D |
Possible birth defects, low fetal platelet count, low blood sugar, fetal death. |
Change to insulin if your diabetes cannot be controlled by diet alone. |
|
3. Antiprogesterone Drugs |
|
RU486 (mifepristone) |
X |
Causes abortion. |
Do not use during pregnancy. |
|
4. Antithyroid |
|
Propylthiouracil (PTU),
Tapazole (methimazole) |
D |
May cause various birth defects and fetal/neonatal hypothyroidism. |
PTU is the drug of choice for treatment of hyperthyroidism during pregnancy. |
|
Radioactive Iodine |
X |
Causes birth defects. |
Do not use during pregnancy. |
|
5. Estrogens |
|
Clomid, Serophene(clomiphene) |
X |
Though rated X by manufacturer, no birth defects are proven. |
A fertility drug. Should be used only after possibility of pregnancy has been ruled out. |
|
DES (diethylstilbestrol) |
X |
Reproductive organ defects and future reproductive problems. |
Should not be used during pregnancy. |
|
Oral contraceptives including the morning-after pill (contain estrogen and/or progestogen) |
X |
Possible genital anomalies like with DES. Possible advanced neonatal bone age with resulting short stature. |
Stop taking your oral contraceptives as soon as pregnancy is confirmed. (You should take a pregnancy test as soon as possible if you suspect that you may be pregnant.) |
|
6. Progestogens |
|
Crinone, Prometrium, Micronized progesterone (progesterone) |
Not Rated |
No animal reports and Doesn’t appear to be linked to birth defects. |
Used for the treatment of infertility, luteal phase deficiency, and assisted reproductive technologies in first 10 weeks of pregnancy. |
|
Provera (medroxyprogesterone) |
D |
Possible birth defects. |
When used to treat abnormalities or absence of menstruation, pregnancy must be ruled out first. |
|
7. Thyroid |
|
Synthroid (levothyroxine), Armour thyroid (thyroid hormones) |
A |
No adverse effects with appropriate doses. |
Use only as directed by your physician. Dose may need to be adjusted during pregnancy. |
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L. Asthma Drugs-Bronchodilators |
|
1. Sympthomimetics |
|
|
|
|
Alupent (metaproterenol),
Max air (pirbuterol),
Ventolin, Proventil (albuterol), Serevent (salmeterol) |
C |
No apparent link to birth defects in normal inhaled doses. |
Generally available as inhalers. Use as directed by your physician in minimum effective doses. |
|
2. Antispasmodics |
|
Aminophyllin, TheoDur (theophyllin) |
C |
May be associated with birth defects. |
One of a number of acceptable treatments for chronic asthma during pregnancy. |
|
M. Other |
|
1. Acne |
|
Accutane (isotretinoin) |
X |
Increased risk of miscarriage and birth defects. |
Stop using the drug at least one month prior to attempting pregnancy. |
|
Retin-A (tretinoin) |
C |
No proven adverse effects when used topically. |
Not to be confused with Accutane (above) or cancer drug Vesanoid (tretinoin oral). |
|
2. Antimigraine |
|
Amerge (naratriptan) |
C |
Possibly toxic in animals at higher doses. |
Limited reports in human pregnancy-avoid in pregnancy. |
|
Imitrex (sumatriptan) |
C |
No apparent link to birth defects, but data lacking. Possible increase in risk of miscarriage. |
Avoid in pregnancy. |
|
Midrin (isometheptene) |
C |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Use only as directed by your physician. |
|
3. Urinary Tract Antispasmodics |
|
Cystospaz (flavoxate) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Avoid in pregnancy. |
|
Detrol (tolterodine tartrate) |
C |
Possibly toxic in animal pregnancies at high doses. |
Avoid in pregnancy. |
|
Ditropan (oxybutynin) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Avoid in pregnancy. |
|
Urospaz (l-hyoscyamine) |
C |
May be associated with birth defects. |
Avoid in pregnancy. |
|
4. Weight Loss/Fat Blocking |
|
Xenical (orlistat) |
B |
Reports of use during pregnancy are not available. |
Avoid in pregnancy. |
