1. Drugs and Pregnancy : A Handbook
- Author
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Bertis B. Little and Bertis B. Little
- Subjects
- Drug addiction, Drug abuse, Teratogenesis, Pregnancy--Complications, Drugs--Side effects
- Abstract
This practical handbook provides detailed guidelines on prescribing drugs in all classes and for a wide variety of diseases and disorders during pregnancy, with numerous boxes and tables to assist understanding. CONTENTS: Introduction to Drugs in Pregnancy • Antimicrobials during Pregnancy: Bacterial, Viral, Fungal, and Parasitic Indications • Cardiovascular Drugs during Pregnancy • Endocrine Disorders, Contraception, and Hormone Therapy during Pregnancy: Embryotoxic versus Fetal Effects • Antiasthma Agents during Pregnancy • Anesthetic Agents and Surgery during Pregnancy • Antineoplastic Drugs during Pregnancy • Analgesics during Pregnancy • Anticonvulsant Drugs during Pregnancy • Psychotropic Use during Pregnancy • Antihistamines, Decongestants, and Expectorants during Pregnancy • Nutritional and Dietary Supplementation during Pregnancy • Use of Dermatologics during Pregnancy • Drug Overdoses during Pregnancy • Miscellaneous Drugs during Pregnancy: Tocolytics, Immunosuppressants, and Biologic Therapeutics • Substance Abuse during Pregnancy • Online Support Material
- Published
- 2022