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by Sally Jones on January 21st, 2006

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I'm taking antidepressants and just found out that I am about 2 weeks pregnant. Will the antidepressants affect the baby?

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  • by Wickels on March 15th, 2007

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    CONGRADULATIONS!! It depends on what meds your on. Ask your doc ASAP. You might need to switch scrips while you are pregnant, or possible wean off completly. Don't be afraid to get a second opinion either, Docs are people too, and they have different opinions on this stuff. Your doc should take into consideration what meds you are on and how long you;ve been taking them, the risk to the baby, the risk to you if you go off meds, the possiblity of switching to a different med, if possible, stuff like that. Ask questions, become informed, make an educated decision.

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  • by nurse7263 on January 15th, 2007

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    There are certain meds that are Category X - dangerous to the fetus. These first few weeks are SO important in development - the brain and neural tubes are developing now - PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE!!!!!!!!

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  • by fruityloop on January 15th, 2007

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    When I was pregnant I was told by my GP to come off the tablets I was taking. I was on escitalopram 10mg per day. I think the general rule is that if it is more harmful for the mother not to be on antidepressants then she can continue them, but these instances are not common.

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  • by Anonymous on January 26th, 2006

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    It probably depends on the medication. It would be best to talk to your doctor. Some doctors think its a bad idea and some thinks it better for you to stay on your medication, they believe it will keep you less stressed and therefore put your baby under less stress.

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