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Drugs in Pregnancy : SafeFetus.com
Enter the trade name or the generic name of the medication you are taking to check potential risk according to the FDA from category A (safest) to X (should not be used). You are also given the risk ...
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Upside: Excellent site on the safety of nearly every drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding
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Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
There are some foods that should be avoided during pregnancy. Eating well balanced meals is important at all times, but it is even more essential when you are pregnant.
americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/foodstoavoid.html
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Upside: Good overview on foods to avoid with good additional resources
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Lamictal and Pregnancy
In animal studies on Lamictal and pregnancy, large doses of the drug caused low fetal weight and slow bone development. It also decreases folic acid in the body, which could increase the risk of ...
epilepsy.emedtv.com/lamictal/lamictal-and-pregnancy.html
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Upside: Good article on the safety of lamictal during pregnancy
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Is It OK to Use Self-Tanner During Pregnancy?
I’m 6 months pregnant and getting ready to go on a tropical vacation. I’m really pale and don’t want to feel self-conscious about my ever-expanding belly and my pasty skin! Is it OK to use sunless ...
kidshealth.org/parent/question/infants/tanning.html
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Upside: Easy to use site with information on using self-tanning lotion during pregnancy
Downside: Short article
Flagyl and Pregnancy
There is some concern that exposure to Flagyl during pregnancy might increase the risk of childhood (or even adult) cancers. However, animal studies on Flagyl generally show that the medication does ...
antibiotics.emedtv.com/flagyl/flagyl-and-pregnancy.html
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Upside: Good article on using Flagyl during pregnancy
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Using Illegal Street Drugs During Pregnancy
Studies have shown that consumption of illegal drugs during pregnancy can result in complications for mom and baby.
americanpregnancy.org/pregnancyhealth/illegaldrugs.html
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Upside: Very good overview on illegal drugs with good additional resources
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Can I use self-tanning lotions or sprays when I’m pregnant?
Self-tanning lotions and sprays are probably safe to use during pregnancy. Getting a “real” tan, either outdoors or in a tanning bed, exposes you to harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. These rays are bad ...
www.marchofdimes.com/pnhec/24043_24537.asp
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Upside: Good explanation on using self-tanning lotion during pregnancy
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Caffeine in Pregnancy
# What foods and beverages contain caffeine? # Caffeine Content of Foods and Beverages # What medicines contain caffeine? # How does caffeine affect the body? # Does caffeine consumption contribute ...
www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/14332_1148.asp
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Upside: Detailed explanation on the safety of caffeine in different products during pregnancy
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Do's and Don'ts of Taking Medicine During Pregnancy
COMMON ILLNESSES DURING PREGNANCY Nasal Congestion and Sinusitis 5 ways to safely end nasal and sinus congestion Living with Asthma Understanding medications for asthma Coping with Urinary Tract ...
www.askdrsears.com/html/1/t011500.asp
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Upside: Excellent detailed advice on specific medications you can and can't take during pregnancy for different situations
Downside: Site will ask you to sign up for newsletter which you can decline
Antibiotics and pregnancy - MayoClinic.com
Some antibiotics are considered safe for use throughout pregnancy, while others are not. It depends on many factors, including the type of antibiotic, how much you take, how long you take it and when ...
www.mayoclinic.com/health/antibiotics-and-pregnancy/AN01145
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Upside: Detailed explanation on taking antibiotics during pregnancy
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