Teratogens are agents that disturb the growth of the fetus when the pregnant woman is exposed to those agents. It causes congenital disabilities in children. The common teratogens are radiation, maternal infections, chemicals, and drugs. They cause physical malformations, behavioral or emotional development problems, and decreased intelligent quotient (IQ) in the child. In some cases, preterm labor, miscarriages, or abortions occurs.
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Is it good to take Cytomid during pregnancy?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 6 weeks and 4 days pregnant. I have been on Cytomid 250 due to hair fall. I had my last period two months back during the end of the month and I discontinued Cytomid 250 out of pregnancy suspicion during the same period the following month. I have been told that by baby is growing at... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cytomid (Flutamide) is an anti-androgen and should not be taken in early pregnancy. It is a known teratogenic medicine. In pregnancy four to six weeks is the period of organogenesis during which you took the medicine. So, I strongly recommend you to terminate this p... Read Full »
Is bleeding during pregnancy a side effect of Epilim?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 13 weeks pregnant. I am on 800 mg Epilim per day that is 400 mg in the morning and 400 mg at night. I have had threatened miscarriage and more spotting. Can Epilim cause bleeding in pregnancy? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Epilim - Sodium valproate, although have many side effects, bleeding during pregnancy is not a known side effect. I mean to say that Epilim causing bleeding during pregnancy is just a remote possibility if any. I take this opportunity to inform you that Epilim should be ... Read Full »
Is Arava safe during pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor,My wife has been suffering from arthritis for the last six years. We visited many doctors, but she did not get proper relief. Recently, my wife started taking Arava 20 mg and many others. We were told to avoid pregnancy while taking this medicine. But, my wife is 2 months pregnant now a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. Arava (Leflunomide) is a teratogenic drug and should not be used in pregnancy. Also, one should not plan to conceive for at least after two years of stopping the drug. In cases like you, one option is to abort and the second is to take the... Read Full »
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