ABSTRACT

This book will assist doctors, pharmacists, midwives and other health professionals in dealing with the issue of medicine use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It gives practical guidance on the principles of safe and effective prescribing, summarises the known effects of widely used drugs, and provides up-to-date information in one accessible source. With an impressive list of contributors, Therapeutics in Pregnancy and Lactation offers clear guidelines and comprehensive advice on a diverse range of topics from drug abuse to hypertension and epilepsy.

chapter 1|10 pages

Principles of drug use in pregnancy

chapter 3|14 pages

Common problems in pregnancy

chapter 5|10 pages

Gastrointestinal disorders

chapter 6|11 pages

Hypertension

chapter 8|10 pages

Respiratory disorders

chapter 9|11 pages

Epilepsy

chapter 10|16 pages

Psychiatric disorders

chapter 11|31 pages

Infections

chapter 12|13 pages

Endocrine disorders

chapter 13|14 pages

Nutrition in pregnancy

chapter 14|16 pages

Rheumatic disorders

chapter 15|14 pages

Skin disorders

chapter 17|11 pages

Social drugs

chapter 18|20 pages

Street drugs