HomeAnswersObstetrics and GynecologyantidepressantsI am pregnant and unwell. I have been taking antidepressants for the last three years. Kindly help.

Can antidepressants make one unwell during pregnancy?

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Published At December 14, 2022
Reviewed AtJanuary 25, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am pregnant, and was not keeping well, so I consulted a doctor. Also, I have been taking medicines for depression for the last three years. Kindly help.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

Do not take the tablet Etizolam (benzodiazepine) if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It may cause adverse effects on the baby. In addition, it is contraindicated in pregnancy. The ultrasound report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) shows five weeks of pregnancy without any fetal pole. You need to repeat the ultrasound after two to three weeks to see how far the pregnancy has grown. I would suggest taking a 5 mg Folic acid (5 mg Folic acid, 44.45 mg lactose monohydrate) tablet daily after food, after consulting your specialist doctor.

Kindly revert for more queries.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for your reply.

I sweat during the day and even while sleeping. Is this a reason for concern?

Kindly help.

Thank you.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I would suggest getting the blood pressure, and pulse rate checked and starting yoga and walking daily.

Hope this helps.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Priyadarshini Tripathy
Dr. Priyadarshini Tripathy

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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