Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Consultation on Drug Classification and Effects
Preconception and Pregnancy Medication Consultation 1. Dihydroxyaluminium (100 mg) - Pregnancy Category: Not classified; its safety during pregnancy has not been established. Metabolism time is not well-documented. 2. Ranitidine HCl (300 mg) - Pregnancy Category B; studies in...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Hello: Below are the answers to the related questions: Pregnancy Category | Time Required for Body to Metabolize These Medications | Safety of Taking These Medications During Preconception | Impact of Taking These Medications Upon Discovering Pregnancy --- | --- | --- | --- ...[Read More] Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Consultation on Drug Classification and Effects
Can You Buy Loratadine Over-the-Counter at Pharmacies?
Rofecoxib tablets Can this type of allergy medication be purchased at a pharmacy?
Dr. Wu Jingyi Reply:
Hello: Finska (generic name: Rofecoxib) is classified as a "prescription medication" and requires a physician's prescription for use. For information regarding drug classification and medication-related knowledge, you can refer to the National Health Administration...[Read More] Can You Buy Loratadine Over-the-Counter at Pharmacies?
Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Understanding Drug Classifications
excuse me? I am unsure about the pregnancy status while taking the following medications. What are the pregnancy categories for these drugs? 1. Digestive Aid Tablets 2. Panadol Film-Coated Tablets 3. Panadol Fever and Pain Relief Drink 4. Panadol Fever and Pain Relief Tablets. Wi...
Dr. Chen Yuemei Reply:
Hello: How many weeks pregnant are you? How long have you been taking these medications, and how are you taking them? Are you taking Panadol coated tablets, Panadol hot drink, and Panadol effervescent tablets together? All three of these medications contain Acetaminophen, and the...[Read More] Medication Safety During Pregnancy: Understanding Drug Classifications
Understanding Pregnancy Drug Categories: Impact of SPORANOX on Fetal Health
Pregnancy Drug Categories Hello, I had intercourse with my husband on July 14, and I tested positive for pregnancy on July 24. Prior to this, I had been treating onychomycosis with medication for two and a half months, specifically SPORANOX (itraconazole), taking two capsules onc...
Dr. Liao Lingmei Reply:
Dear Shuang: SPORANOX contains the active ingredient Itraconazole. The pregnancy drug classification for this medication is as follows: 1. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies it as Category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect ...[Read More] Understanding Pregnancy Drug Categories: Impact of SPORANOX on Fetal Health
Understanding Medication Safety During Early Pregnancy: Risks and Guidelines
Pregnancy Medication Inquiry Hello, I took the following medications during the first week of my pregnancy: Daraffin, Medicon-A, and Estrade-1. Will the pregnancy drug classifications affect the fetus?
Dr. Chen Yuemei Reply:
Hello: Among your medications, Daraffin and Medicon-A are classified as pregnancy category B, indicating a lower risk. Estrade-1 is classified as pregnancy category X, which has been shown in animal or human studies to cause fetal abnormalities, and its use during pregnancy is no...[Read More] Understanding Medication Safety During Early Pregnancy: Risks and Guidelines
Concerns About Nitrofurantoin Use During Early Pregnancy
Early pregnancy Hello, Dr. Hou. I am currently about six weeks pregnant. Due to some bleeding, I went to the hospital for urine and blood tests, and the results indicated a urinary tract infection. The doctor prescribed Nitrofurantoin for me. I checked the drug classification in ...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello Jean: It is important to be very cautious when taking any medication during pregnancy. This is correct, as urinary tract infections can sometimes occur during pregnancy. Nitrofurantoin is classified as a Category B medication for pregnancy. Medications during pregnancy are ...[Read More] Concerns About Nitrofurantoin Use During Early Pregnancy
Risks of Medication Use During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
The risks of medication use during pregnancy for the fetus? Hello, I am currently 18 weeks pregnant, but I visited the clinic yesterday due to a cold. The doctor asked if I was taking any medication, and since my cold symptoms had become severe enough that I couldn't sleep a...
Dr. Wu Zhengfen Reply:
Dear netizens: In principle, the use of medication during pregnancy is not recommended. However, after checking, none of the leaflets for these three medications indicate that they are contraindicated for pregnant women. Since you are already 18 weeks pregnant and the baby's...[Read More] Risks of Medication Use During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
How to Check Medication Safety Levels for Pregnancy Online?
Is there a website where I can check which schedule a medication belongs to? Dear Pharmacist: About a week ago, I took cold and fever medication, and this week I am ovulating. Since I am planning to get pregnant, I would like to check the drug classification of the medications I ...
Dr. Hou Fangmin Reply:
Hello, it's great to see that you have a considerable understanding of medication safety classifications for pregnant women! However, I would like to clarify that not all medications have a specific safety classification for use during pregnancy. Due to the vast number of me...[Read More] How to Check Medication Safety Levels for Pregnancy Online?
Is Rifampin Safe for Pregnant Women? Understanding Its Drug Classification
Rifampin is classified as a Category C medication for pregnant women? Rifampin is classified as a Category C medication for use during pregnancy.
Dr. Lin Peiyu Reply:
Hello, curious baby~~ Your question is: What pregnancy category is rifampin classified under? Rifampin is classified as a Category C medication by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Category C indicates that animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, but th...[Read More] Is Rifampin Safe for Pregnant Women? Understanding Its Drug Classification