This article explores the case of a woman with bipolar disorder who develops HG associated with severe anxiety and sleep disruption, and discusses various treatment options.
While we have adequate data to support the use of SSRI and SNRI antidepressants during pregnancy, there is less data regarding other classes of antidepressants. Although we less commonly use mirtazapine in pregnancy, several [...]
This study provides reassuring data on the use of mirtazapine during pregnancy, demonstrating no association between exposure and risk of major malformations or pregnancy loss.
This is the first installment of a new feature on our website: ESSENTIAL READS This is a kind of shortcut which allows you to find the most relevant reviews and articles in reproductive psychiatry. [...]
Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP) or “morning sickness” affect up to 90% of women. The symptoms are usually worse in the morning for most, but not all, women. Nausea and vomiting typically begin around [...]
While we have adequate data to support the use of SSRI antidepressants during pregnancy, there is less data regarding other classes of antidepressants. A new case series documents the outcomes of infants exposed to mirtazapine (Remeron).
Many women are understandably concerned about the risk of weight gain associated with antidepressants. It is difficult to advise them as to which antidepressants are less or more likely to cause weight gain, as there [...]
