RT Book, Section A1 Rose, Renee A1 Whalen, Karen A2 Sutton, S. Scott SR Print(0) ID 1158316869 T1 Pregnancy and Lactation: Therapeutic Considerations T2 McGraw-Hill's NAPLEX® Review Guide, 3e YR 2019 FD 2019 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9781260135923 LK accesspharmacy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1158316869 RD 2024/03/28 AB Drug use in pregnancy requires special considerations since medications have the potential to affect the developing fetus. In addition, pregnancy alters pharmacokinetic parameters of some medications, resulting in a need for dosage adjustment. Drug regimens for management of acute and chronic disorders in pregnancy should be tailored to optimize the health of the mother while minimizing risk to the fetus. After delivery, measures should be taken to minimize drug exposure to the breastfeeding infant. Pharmacists can play a key role in maximizing the safe and effective use of medications during pregnancy and lactation.