Safety Of Otc-drugs In Pregnancy
Safety of OTC-drugs in pregnancyE.A. Ushkalova, V.O. Babaeva, T.S. Illarionova
The use of OTC drugs during pregnancy can lead to serious health consequences for mother and fetus/newborn. We analyze the safety of medicines most frequently used during pregnancy. Doctors must take measures to educational work with pregnant women and control of all drugs use, including herbal drugs and dietary supplements for a period of gestation.
Keywords
OTC drugs
pregnancy
safety profile
teratogenic potential
congenital anomalies