Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
3435172 American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2011 4 Pages PDF
Abstract
Chronic narcotic use during pregnancy is increasing in prevalence. Neonatal withdrawal syndrome occurred in 5.6% of the exposed neonates. Although neonatal withdrawal syndrome is uncommon, it is clinically significant. Physicians need to consider the risks and benefits carefully when prescribing narcotic pain medications during pregnancy.
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