European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology
Volume 135, Issue 2 , Pages 145-148, December 2007

Fact: Antidepressants and anxiolytics are not safe during pregnancy

  • Daniel M. Campagne

      Affiliations

    • UNED University, Faculty of Psychology, Department of Personality, Evaluation and Psychological Treatment, Madrid, Spain
    • Clinica Bella Medica, Altea, Spain

Received 26 February 2007; received in revised form 25 April 2007; accepted 19 June 2007. published online 16 July 2007.

Abstract 

Psychotropic medication is used by a growing number of women of reproductive age. Although necessary in some cases, in many others non-pharmacological treatments offer valid alternatives for the pregnant woman. The noxious effects of antidepressants and anxiolytics urge the physician to look for other solutions. The efficacy of alternative treatment is enhanced by early detection that requires monitoring for mood disorders from the earliest stages of pregnancy, and multidisciplinary professional care.

Keywords: Psychotropic medication, Antidepressants, Benzodiazepines, Depression, Anxiety, Pregnancy, Malformation, Multidisciplinary care

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PII: S0301-2115(07)00283-7

doi:10.1016/j.ejogrb.2007.06.010

European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology
Volume 135, Issue 2 , Pages 145-148, December 2007

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