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It is unclear if use during pregnancy or breastfeeding is safe. [10] Escitalopram is the (S)-enantiomer of citalopram (which exists as a racemate), hence the name es-citalopram. [9] Escitalopram was approved for medical use in the United States in 2002. [9]
However, repeated episodes prompted further investigation by a mastologist, who suggested that the galactorrhea could be linked to the mother’s antidepressant medication, specifically sertraline and quetiapine. Although these medications are generally considered safe during breastfeeding, they can still affect the infant.
Use of antidepressants during pregnancy may result in fetus abnormalities affecting functional development of the brain and behavior. [90] Studies have shown correlations between pregnant women treated with SNRIs and risk of hypertensive disorders, [ 91 ] preeclampsia, [ 92 ] miscarriage, [ 93 ] seizures in children, [ 94 ] and many other ...
Tricyclic antidepressants are older antidepressants that, due to their side effect profiles, typically aren’t prescribed as first-line depression treatments today.
Sertraline, sold under the brand name Zoloft among others, is an antidepressant medication of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class [10] used to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder. [11]
A new Canadian study suggests that women who take antidepressants during pregnancy may be more likely to give birth to children with autism. Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to autism Skip to ...
The FDA issued a statement on July 19, 2006, stating nursing mothers on SSRIs must discuss treatment with their physicians. However, the medical literature on the safety of SSRIs has determined that some SSRIs like Sertraline and Paroxetine are considered safe for breastfeeding. [148] [149] [150]
Zoloft – an antidepressant of the SSRI class; Zonegran (zonisamide) – an anticonvulsant used to treat other seizures; Zulresso (brexanolone) – a GABA modulator antidepressant; Zyban (bupropion) – same active ingredient as Wellbutrin, but marketed as a smoking cessation aid