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Using Omega-3 Fatty Acids to Treat Depression During Pregnancy

Using Omega-3 Fatty Acids to Treat Depression During Pregnancy

Published: June 25th, 2008

We commonly see women in our consultation service who have histories of depression and are planning pregnancy. They frequently have questions about alternative treatments for depression while pregnant. Given ... (read more)

Interactions Between Antidepressants and Tamoxifen

Interactions Between Antidepressants and Tamoxifen

Published: June 18th, 2008

Women receiving tamoxifen for the treatment or prevention of breast cancer should be aware of possible drug-drug interactions with specific antidepressant medications (e.g., SSRI). These antidepressants are used widely ... (read more)

FDA Proposes Major Revision of Prescription Drug Labeling

FDA Proposes Major Revision of Prescription Drug Labeling

Published: June 10th, 2008

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed major revisions to prescription drug labeling in order to provide more accurate and helpful information on the effects of medications ... (read more)

MOTHERS Act Legislation Faces Opposition

MOTHERS Act Legislation Faces Opposition

Published: June 4th, 2008

The Melanie Blocker Stokes MOTHERS Act — named for an Illinois woman who committed suicide three months after giving birth — was approved by the House of Representatives ... (read more)

Melatonin in Pregnancy:  Is it Safe?

Melatonin in Pregnancy: Is it Safe?

Published: May 30th, 2008

Many women experience some degree of sleep disturbance during pregnancy. For a significant number of women, the sleep disruption may be so severe as to require some type of ... (read more)

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