Drug Use in Pregnancy & Lactation

Question 1

Key drugs that are teratogens: Danger in pregnancy (26)

Answer 1

Isotretinoin, Topical retinoids
Quinolones, tetracyclines
Warfarin
Statins, RASS inhibitors
Estradiol, progesterone, raloxifene, Duavee, testosterone, contraceptives
Dihydroergotamine, ergotamine
Hydroxyurea, lithium, methotrexate, misoprostol, NSAIDs, Paroxetine, Ribavirin, Thalidomide, Topiramate, Weight loss drugs, Valproic acid/Divalproex

Question 2

First-line medication for cough, cold, and allergies for a pregnant patient

Answer 2

Cromolyn