Medical prescription of dextroamphetamine during pregnancy.
Amphetamine and methamphetamine abuse complicate a significant number of pregnancies. This case report details medical prescription of dextroamphetamine during a complicated pregnancy. A review of the literature is included regarding fetal risks of dextroamphetamine and methamphetamine exposure.
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of New Mexico Medical Center, Albuquerque 87108.
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D000328:Adult; D003913:Dextroamphetamine / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008694:Methamphetamine; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000534:rehabilitation*
D008694:Methamphetamine; D003913:Dextroamphetamine