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New edition of a reference that provides information useful to physicians and to pregnant women on the possible adverse affects of various drugs on the developing fetus and the newborn. Entries (approximately two to five pages in length and arranged alphabetically) include the generic name in the U.S., pharmacologic class, risk factor, fetal risk and breast feeding summaries, and references (when available). Edited by Briggs (pharmacy, U. of California San Francisco), Roger K. Freeman (obstetrics and gynecology, Long Beach Memorial Medical Center) and Sumner J. Yaffe (pediatrics and obstetrics, U. of California Los Angeles). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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The thoroughly updated Sixth Edition of this popular reference provides practical, reliable information on more than 1,000 pharmaceuticals and natural products that may be used by pregnant women or lactating mothers. More than 200 drugs--including nicotine, thalidomide, and new anesthetics--are added to this edition. Chapters on 200 drugs, including cocaine, benzodiazepines, and hormonal products, are substantially revised. Each drug monograph includes a risk factor rating that indicates the substance's potential for adverse effects in the fetus or infant. Drugs are listed alphabetically and indexed by both trade and generic names so that the reader can quickly find information.
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