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Paxil: Babies
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The babies of mothers who took Paxil during their first three months of pregnancy are twice as likely as the babies of mothers taking other SSRIs to be born with serious heart-related birth defects. The most common heart malformations are in babies born with holes in the chambers of their hearts, called atrial and ventricular septal defects. These defects can cause serious symptoms and may require surgery.
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The FDA www.fda.gov has strengthened its warnings about possible birth defects in babies born to women taking Paxil during pregnancy. www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2005/NEW01270.html. The question then is “Is it safe for women to stop taking Paxil?” The answer may be “No”.
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If you use Paxil and are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant, it is important to be aware of the risks Paxil can pose to babies exposed to the medication while in the womb. Learn more about Paxil and the risk of heart defects.
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