2018 - Central Nervous System (CNS) Drugs and Breastfeeding

Why Should You Attend:
Mothers who will be breastfeeding are often exposed to anesthetics. Most breastfeeding mothers will take an analgesic while breastfeeding. Finally, many breastfeeding women will suffer some degree of post-partum depression. Potential adverse effects in children of mothers who are breastfeeding and taking these medications will be reviewed and discussed. Various categories of medications that are usually safe to take while breastfeeding will be identified. Using the material presented, healthcare professionals will be able to counsel mothers who are breastfeeding and taking or will take medications, including anesthetics, analgesics, and Central Nervous System (CNS) antidepressants.
Areas Covered in the Webinar:
Medication and Breastfeeding Resources
Adverse Effects
Anesthetics
Analgesics
Antidepressants
Prescription Medications
Over-The-Counter-Medications
Herbals
Recreational Drugs