Most medications are contraindicated during pregnancy. Also the antidepressant drugs, which can have serious incidents in the baby.
However, as published in The New England Journal of Medicine, researchers at the University of Boston, specifically a type of antidepressant, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (IRSS), do not increase the risk of certain birth defects in the baby during the first trimester of pregnancy.
The scientists discovered that the use of these drugs was not associated with a significant increase in craniosinostosis (which occurs when the bones of the skull fuse), omphalocellus (in which the intestines or other abdominal organs protrude) or other heart defects.
However, although they reported that the risks for these specific defects are very limited, the consumption of drugs in general is not allowed during pregnancy, as some inhibitors may increase the danger of certain defects.
Although they tell us that the cases are rare and the risks are very small, as VelSid said, even if it is less than 1%, it is a lot for him.
It is best to consult with your doctor if you take antidepressants and are planning to get pregnant. An alternative can be found that does not endanger the health of your future baby.
