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Antidepressants in pregnancy

2019-10-04 12:50:26
23 week pregnancy, Hypothyroidism, gestational diabetes (already on medication) Depression and anxiety about health of baby after losing one in. Twin Psychiatrist suggested daxid 50 , Haven't stated yet, Wanted to know the side effects on. Baby? Do. I have to take it till 9 months (till delivery) Will this effect breastfeeding?? Very scared please help
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Daxid is one of the safest antidepressants, it is also considered safe in pregnancy as well however decision of taking any medication in pregnancy judged on risk benifit ratio which is decided by your treating doctor. If this way it is necessary to take antidepressant durian whole pregnancy, you can consider Daxid without a doubt. All the best

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