Caffeine and pregnancy outcome.
Caffeine is a drug which easily crosses the placental barrier and enters the fetal circulation. To date, most studies that demonstrate caffeine's teratogenic potential have been conducted in animal models. Although no definite relationship in humans has been confirmed, it is suggested that a pregnant woman should limit or discontinue her intake of caffeine.
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