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Drug Abuse in Pregnancy

Drug abuse during pregnancy has an adverse effect on the mother as well as the fetus. It is advisable to stop usage of illicit drugs well before pregnancy.

Antiepileptic Drug During Pregnancy Ups Neurodevelopmental Disorder Risk

Antiepileptic Drug During Pregnancy Ups Neurodevelopmental Disorder Risk

Exposure to sodium valproate, especially beyond the first trimester of pregnancy, may be associated with an increased risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in early childhood, stated a new study.

Can an Antiviral Drug During Pregnancy Reduce Hepatitis B Transmission to the Child?

Can an Antiviral Drug During Pregnancy Reduce Hepatitis B Transmission to the Child?

Hepatitis is a viral infection that causes liver inflammation. Mother to child transmission during pregnancy could be prevented by anti-viral therapy.

Use of Antiepileptic Drug During Pregnancy Impacts Early Child Development

Use of Antiepileptic Drug During Pregnancy Impacts Early Child Development

Children whose mothers took antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) during Pregnancy are at increased risk of early development issues.

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Study Finds Epilepsy Drug During Pregnancy Has Long-term Effect on Child IQ

Study Finds Epilepsy Drug During Pregnancy Has Long-term Effect on Child IQ

A new study warns that a drug found to affect the cognitive ability of toddlers born to women who took the medication for epilepsy has a longer-term impact on the children's IQ.

Intake of Epilepsy Drug During Pregnancy Raises Autism Risk in Kids

Intake of Epilepsy Drug During Pregnancy Raises Autism Risk in Kids

Women who take epilepsy drug valproate during pregnancy may significantly raise their child's risk of developing autism, says a new study.

Treatment of Drug Abuse in Pregnancy Improves Health Outcomes for Mom, Baby

Treatment of Drug Abuse in Pregnancy Improves Health Outcomes for Mom, Baby

A new study has revealed that pregnant women who receive treatment for substance abuse early in their pregnancy can achieve the same health outcomes as pregnant women with no substance abuse.

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Exposure to Epilepsy Drug During Pregnancy Can Increase Risk of Mental Defects in Newborns

Exposure to Epilepsy Drug During Pregnancy Can Increase Risk of Mental Defects in Newborns

Women with epilepsy who took the seizure drug valporate, which is marketed by Abbott Laboratories under the brand name Depakote, while pregnant increased their risk of having an infant

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