Paxil & pregnancy don't mix

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Paxil & pregnancy don't mix
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Thu, 02-23-2006 - 9:46am
HealthDay News) -- Researchers have found that taking Paxil, a popular antidepressant, in the first three months of pregnancy can increase the risk of birth defects, the U.S Food and Drug Adminstration said in a December 2005 news release.









"FDA is advising patients that this drug should usually not be taken during pregnancy, but for some women who have already been taking Paxil, the benefits of continuing may be greater than the potential risk to the fetus," the agency said.



The FDA recommends that expectant mothers who are taking -- or considering taking -- Paxil and similar antidepressants discuss with their doctors the potential risks and benefits.


Sheri Ann

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Registered: 12-28-2003
Thu, 02-23-2006 - 9:53am

Paxil is what I was on when I first was pregnant with Kaylee.

Jennifer

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