About the Book

Thoroughly updated, with 127 new drug entries, the Eighth Edition of this popular reference provides practical, reliable information on over 1,175 drugs commonly prescribed to pregnant or lactating women. Each drug monograph summarizes potential side effects on the embryo and fetus and drug passage to the nursing infant. FDA Risk Factor ratings for each drug are included. Drugs are listed alphabetically and indexed by generic, domestic, and foreign trade names. Recommendations for pregnancy and breastfeeding are listed at the top of each drug review to provide for quick reference. This edition places special emphasis on drug-induced developmental toxicity, taking dosage into consideration wherever possible. Coverage includes more herbal medicines and nutritional supplements used by women. Summary paragraphs have been added to most drug reviews. This edition also has a full-color design. A companion Website offers the fully searchable text and links to the Briggs Update newsletter (www.briggsdrugsinpregnancy.com). "Doody's Core Titles(TM) 2009."

Product Details

Media: Hardcover Book, 2117 pages

Language: English

Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (Apr. 30th, 2008)

ISBN-10: 078177876X

ISBN-13: 9780781778763

Dimensions: 7.42 x 10.18 x 2.65 inches

Shipping Weight: 7.14 lbs

• Categories: Pharmacy