SSRIs, such as, Celexa, Lexapro, Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax, Luvox, Luvox CR, Paxil, Paxil CR, Pexeva, Zoloft, and Viibryd taken during pregnancy may increase the risk of newborn PPH. Although a small in 2006 noted this increase risk, additional studies were not consistent. Despite the questionable risk, the FDA has issued this warning.
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Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI) Antidepressants Taken while Pregant Increase Risk of Newborn Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (12.14.11)
December 14, 2011
