Teratogens
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Are antihypertensives teratogenic?
theheart.org — “One of the largest case-control studies of its kind has found that medication for high blood pressure used during pregnancy might increase the risk of congenital heart defects. But the researchers urge caution in interpreting their findings, noting that further research is needed to confirm or refute the results.” View full resource at theheart.org
Most Recently Shared on May 18, 2009 at 5:34 pm By:
heartwire: Antihypertensive use in pregnancy: No clear-cut answer on risk of congenital heart defects http://bit.ly/tFlBf
ACE inhibitor/ARBs still used in pregnancy despite teratogenicity
theheart.org — “New research from the UK has found that doctors are still prescribing ACE inhibitors and angiotensin-receptor blockers in women of child-bearing age, despite evidence that they are teratogenic. Reasons include a lack of awareness of the issue among GPs and obstetricians and ambiguity in hypertension guidelines, says the researcher.” View full resource at theheart.org
Most Recently Shared on March 19, 2010 at 6:33 pm By:
ACE inhibitor/ARBs still used in pregnancy despite teratogenicity: New research from the UK has found that d... http://bit.ly/9aZsx8 #ACC10
Accutane is teratogenic, not mutagenic ~ Risks of Birth Defects from Accutane Even After Years Later?
realself.com — “Answer from Mary Lupo, MD: This is an important difference. Accutane, like many drugs, can cause birth defects if you take them DURING THE PREGNANCY. This...” View full resource at realself.com
Most Recently Shared on February 23, 2010 at 1:57 am By:
Accutane is teratogenic, not mutagenic http://realself.com/t/170965
Teratogenic | GreenMedInfo | Adverse Pharmacological Action | Natural Medicine | Alternative Medicine | Integrative Medicine
greenmedinfo.com — “GreenMedInfo contains 44 articles on Teratogenic chemicals such as Coffee, Caffeine, and Wheat” View full resource at greenmedinfo.com
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Medication safety during pregnancy - Clinicians need to be familiar with available data on the teratogenicity of newer medications to effectively counsel patients - ModernMedicine
modernmedicine.com — “Nearly half of women 18 to 44 years old use prescription drugs. Therefore clinicians must be prepared to counsel these patients regarding medication use during conception and pregnancy.” View full resource at modernmedicine.com
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Medication safety in pregnancy, important discussion to have with your HCP http://fb.me/t0N0CbgN
The Teratogenic Potencies of Valproic Acid Derivatives and Their Effects on Biological Endpoints are Related to Changes in HDAC and Erk1/2 Activities - Gotfryd - Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology - Wiley Online Library
onlinelibrary.wiley.com — “The Teratogenic Potencies of Valproic Acid Derivatives and Their Effects on Biological Endpoints are Related to Changes in HDAC and Erk1/2 Activities - Gotfryd - Basic & Clinical Pharmacology & Toxicology - Wiley Online Library” View full resource at onlinelibrary.wiley.com
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Top Ways Moms Can Pamper Themselves On Mother's Day
medicalnewstoday.com — “According to the California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS) Pregnancy Health Information Line, a statewide non-profit that educates women about exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding, a” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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Top Ways Moms Can Pamper Themselves On Mother's Day: According to the California Teratogen Information Service (... http://bit.ly/lXAwC2
Ulnar Clubhand: eMedicine Orthopedic Surgery
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Ulnar clubhand is much less common than radial clubhand and is more appropriately referred to as ulnar deficiencies of the forearm. Most cases are sporadic in occurrence, although genetic syndromes are associated with ulnar dysplasia.1 ...” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
Most Recently Shared on April 12, 2010 at 6:27 pm By:
Ulnar Clubhand: Teratogenic insults shown to induce ulnar deficiencies earlier in gestation than radial deficiencies. http://bit.ly/9iM4Y7
HCPLive | The preeminent online destination for tools, techniques, and information for healthcare professionals | Blogs | The Nerve Center | New Antiepileptic Drugs: A Bit of Bad News
hcplive.com — “In 1993, the release of felbamate (Felbatol) heralded the wave” View full resource at hcplive.com
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New Antiepileptic Drugs: A Bit of Bad News - The new generation of AEDs is not perfect. Is anyone surprised by this? http://bit.ly/cJYfy9
A Drug's Likelihood Of Causing Birth Defects Predicted By Model
medicalnewstoday.com — “When pregnant women need medications, there is often concern about possible effects on the fetus. Although some drugs are clearly recognized to cause birth defects (thalidomide being a notorious e” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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A Drug's Likelihood Of Causing Birth Defects Predicted By Model When pregnant women need medications, there is often co.. http://dld.bz/Ewvx
UCSD Experts To Raise Awareness Of Meningitis Prevention
medicalnewstoday.com — “The California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS) Pregnancy Health Information Line, a state-wide non-profit organization based at the University of California, San Diego with affiliates across” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
Most Recently Shared on April 22, 2011 at 7:05 am By:
UCSD Experts To Raise Awareness Of Meningitis Prevention http://mnt.to/3TWV #pediatrics
Drinking While Pregnant: Safe in Moderation? - ABC News
abcnews.go.com — “A controversial study published Tuesday in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health is the latest to suggest that not all drinking is equal during pregnancy -- and a light consumption of alcohol may not be harmful to the baby's physical, emotional and cognitive development. But some doctors disagree -- and they believe a headline like this one could be dangerous and damaging.” View full resource at abcnews.go.com
Most Recently Shared on October 6, 2010 at 2:04 pm By:
I'm w Dr Ari Brown on this: http://bit.ly/91rAXN Pediatricians just can't condone known teratogen (alcohol) during #pregnancy. @baby411
UCSD Experts to Raise Awareness of Meningitis Prevention
newswise.com — “The California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS) Pregnancy Health Information Line, a state-wide non-profit organization based at the University of California, San Diego with affiliates across North America, will join in the effort to raise awareness of meningitis prevention by helping to launch a new study that will assess safety of the meningitis vaccine in pregnancy.” View full resource at newswise.com
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UCSD Experts to Raise Awareness of Meningitis Prevention
newswise.com — “The California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS) Pregnancy Health Information Line, a state-wide non-profit organization based at the University of California, San Diego with affiliates across North America, will join in the effort to raise awareness of meningitis prevention by helping to launch a new study that will assess safety of the meningitis vaccine in pregnancy.” View full resource at newswise.com
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Paternal Exposures May Damage Sperm
newswise.com — “According to the California Teratogen Information Service (CTIS) Pregnancy Health Information Line, more studies are needed to evaluate men and the potential effect of illnesses, medications and lifestyle habits on fertility and pregnancy. For couples suffering fertility problems, the issue is linked to the potential father approximately 50 percent of the time. In close to a quarter of these cases, a specific cause is unknown.” View full resource at newswise.com
Most Recently Shared on June 17, 2011 at 5:28 pm By:
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Shelley Wood
Managing editor for heartwire on theheart.org--the most authoritative, balanced, and insightful cardiovascular disease news online. http://is.gd/nHJ4
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Shelley Wood
Managing editor for heartwire on theheart.org--the most authoritative, balanced, and insightful cardiovascular disease news online. http://is.gd/nHJ4
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Dr. Mary Lupo
Board certified dermatologist and Clinical Professor of Dermatology at Tulane Medical School
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