Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Help mothers with common breastfeeding problems
One in three moms who start breastfeeding will stop within 2 weeks. So, what will you do as A community pharmacist to support breastfeeding? ㅡ Work as a team to help women with common breastfeeding concerns... Sore or cracked nipples are often due to technique problems and usually get better once technique is corrected. Offer help if needed or suggest seeing a…
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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Analgesics during pregnancy and lactation
Analgesics during pregnancy ㅡ Acetaminophen ( Panadol, Novaldol ) is analgesic drug of choice for pain during pregnancy (Pregnancy category B). See, figure-1-FDA pregnancy categories prior to 2014 . Figure (1) FDA pregnancy categories. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) …
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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Gastrointestinal agents during pregnancy and breastfeeding
FDA pregnancy categories prior to 2014, figure (1) . Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs in up to 80%, of pregnancies and peaks in the third trimester. The exact mechanism and pathogenesis of this condition associated with pregnancy is likely multifactorial ( table 1 ) . Figure (1) FDA pregnan…
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Cough and cold medications in pregnancy and lactation
FALL AND WINTER WILL BRING UP MORE QUESTIONS ABOUT WHICH COUGH, COLD, AND ALLERGY MEDICATIONS to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Recommend trying nondrug options first, a humidifier or vaporizer, plenty of fluids to help thin mucus, and nasal saline for congestion. Suggest other options when this isn't enough... Nasal steroids. These don&…
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