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Can Adderall cause birth defects in early pregnancy?
Taking stimulant medications to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) during the first trimester of pregnancy is unlikely to cause major birth defects with one possible exception, suggests a new study.
Is it safe to take Adderall when pregnant?
Adderall is not considered safe to take during pregnancy. The latest research suggests that Adderall use raises your baby’s risk of being born with birth defects and of being born at low birth weight.
What can I take instead of Adderall while pregnant?
Alternative pharmacologic treatment options include tricyclic antidepressants, bupropion and clonidine; these drugs have more evidence to support their safety in pregnancy.
How do you stop taking Adderall when pregnant?
“If the patient and doctor determine that risks [of taking Adderall while pregnant] outweigh the benefit, it is best to taper down slowly, opposed to stopping abruptly, to avoid or decrease withdrawal symptoms,” says Danielle Plummer, Pharm.
How does Adderall affect unborn baby?
“Babies born to mothers taking Adderall in pregnancy are at increased risk of premature delivery, low birth weight, and withdrawal symptoms including agitation, dysphoria, laziness, and poor feeding and growth.”
Can I take 5mg of Adderall while pregnant?
None of the medications used to treat ADHD — including Vyvanse, Adderall, and Ritalin — are proven to be safe to use during pregnancy, but they are also not proven to be harmful, according to the Federal Drug Administration (FDA).
How long does Adderall stay in your system when pregnant?
Urine test: This is the most commonly used form of testing. You are most likely to test positive for Adderall on a urine test 72-96 hours after last use.
Does Adderall cross the placenta?
Due to the lipid soluble characteristics of amphetamines, this drug is able to cross mostly every kind of membrane with little to no assistance (Fitzgerald, 2013). Accordingly amphetamines can cross the placenta.
When should I stop taking Adderall when pregnant?
Women with ADHD who become pregnant must decide whether to remain on medication or cease taking their Adderall or Vyvanse or other prescription for at least nine months. For women hoping to breastfeed, this decision may impact life — for the mother, the child, and the rest of the family — for two years or more.
What can I take for ADHD while pregnant?
Can Adderall cause placental abruption?
When compared with pregnant women from the general population, repeated studies show that known amphetamine users are significantly more likely to have minimal antenatal care and be at higher risk of complications, such as hypertension and placental abruption.