Clinical Case Database / Category: Clinical Care
Prescribing in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Publication details
Mayada TS Younis
Foundation Years Journal, volume 3, issue 3, p.29 (123Doc Education, London, April 2009)
Abstract
Prescribing in pregnancy and breastfeeding poses many dilemmas for the clinician as
there are many factors to consider. This article aims to address these and should equip the reader with the knowledge to council, and prescribe for, such patients confidently.
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Authors
Mayada TS Younis
Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust
Turner Road
Colchester CO4 5JL
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