The risks involved with medicine use during pregnancy

When you are pregnant, always check with your healthcare provider or midwife before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. This includes herbs and dietary supplements. All medicines affect the fetus. How they affect the fetus depends on the stage of development and the type and dose of the medicine.

If you take medicines for preexisting health problems such as epilepsy or high blood pressure, always check with your healthcare provider or midwife about those medicines. It's important to find medicines that are safe for the fetus and that work in treating the condition. 

Always talk with your healthcare provider or midwife before taking any medicine during pregnancy. Know about the risks of taking a medicine as well as the benefits.