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Serta 25 in 8th month
Is it safe to start serta 25 in the 8th month of pregnancy which is 31 weeks onwards. Does it cause withdrawal in the child if started in the 8th month. Also, what are the chances of pulmonary hypertension and other defects in the child if consumed in the 8th month.
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Sertraline is safest in pregnancy at any stage.
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As per the existing literature, its absolutely safe to start sertaline in pregnancy.Majority if the studies consucted over the years have not found any significant problems associated with fetus
Consuder taking folic acid 5 mg alongside
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Detailed evaluation and assessment is required to comment upon the requirement of the medicine.
As far as sertaline is considered it is pretty safe medicine in case of pregnancy
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