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Available data suggests that mefloquine is safe and effective for use by pregnant women during all trimesters of pregnancy, [24] and it is widely used for this indication. [25] In pregnant women, mefloquine appears to pose minimal risk to the fetus, [ 25 ] [ 26 ] and is not associated with increased risk of birth defects or miscarriages. [ 27 ]
Cannabis use during pregnancy should be avoided. [80] There is no known safe dose of cannabis while pregnant and use of cannabis may lead to birth defects, pre-term birth, or low birth weight. [80] Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), an active ingredient in cannabis, can both cross the placenta and accumulates in high concentrations in breast milk. [81]
Common side effects when taken by mouth include loss of appetite, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. [3] When applied to the skin side effects include itchiness, redness, and blisters. [3] When given by injection there may be fever, liver problems, or hearing loss. [3] Use during breastfeeding appears to be safe. [4]
Dopamine agonists are currently the preferred medication for suppressing lactation, which work by suppressing prolactin production. [3] Cabergoline (Dostinex™) is currently most effective option currently available, as it is available as a single dose (as opposed to bromocriptine which must be taken twice daily for 2 weeks.) [4] It may be prescribed in the case of breast abscess.
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