Drugs in Pregnancy: A Comprehensive Handbook for Pharmacists and Physicians

Authored by Radhwan Nidal Al-Zidan, this pioneering handbook provides healthcare professionals with crucial information on the safety of medications taken during pregnancy. Covering an exhaustive list of common and less common drugs, it offers indispensable insights into the risks associated with each drug, categorizing them according to the FDA’s letter categorization system and the newly approved Pregnancy and Lactation Labeling Rule (PLLR) system.

Comprehensive Coverage of Drug Safety in Pregnancy

The handbook delves into the pregnancy implications of using medications for various systems, including:

• Anti-infective drugs
• Cardiovascular drugs
• Hematologic drugs
• Dermatologic drugs
• Endocrine, central, autonomic, and gastrointestinal medications
• Musculoskeletal drugs
• Herbs, vitamins, and dietary supplements

For each drug, the handbook provides three essential sections of data:

• FDA Category: Clearly outlining the FDA’s categorization of each drug
• Risk Summary: A concise overview of the potential risks associated with each drug during pregnancy
• Further Reading: A resource for healthcare professionals to deepen their understanding of each drug’s safety profile

Published by Apple Academic Press on June 9, 2020, this invaluable resource is available in English, with ISBN numbers 9781771888950 and 9781000029994.

This comprehensive handbook is an indispensable tool for pharmacists, physicians, and healthcare professionals seeking to provide informed care to expectant mothers.