Pregnancy
Critical medication safety information for pregnant patients and fetal protection.
Absolute Contraindications
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Isotretinoin (Accutane)
High risk of severe birth defects
Category X - Strict pregnancy prevention program required
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Warfarin (Coumadin)
Fetal warfarin syndrome (1st trimester)
Consider LMWH or UFH alternatives
Use with Extreme Caution
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ACE Inhibitors
Fetal renal damage (2nd/3rd trimester)
Switch to labetalol or nifedipine if possible
- More medications coming soon