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Do SSRI Antidepressants Lower Risk of Preeclampsia? Maybe, But It’s Complicated

There is evidence that depression itself can increase risk for preeclampsia. In women with more severe depression, treatment with an SSRI antidepressant may decrease risk.

By Ruta Nonacs, MD PhD|2024-06-26T12:55:22-04:00April 11th, 2024|Antidepressants, Pregnancy & Medications, Pregnancy Outcomes, Prevalence & Risk Factors|Comments Off

Essential Reads: SSRI Antidepressants During Pregnancy and Risk of Hypertension, Preeclampsia

There is evidence that depression itself can increase risk for hypertension and preeclampsia. Future studies will help to clarify the complex interaction between depression, SSRI treatment and pre-eclampsia.

By MGH Center for Women's Mental Health|2023-04-06T08:34:38-04:00April 4th, 2023|Antidepressants, Essential Reads, Pregnancy & Medications|Comments Off