title: Neonatal withdrawal syndrome due to maternal codeine use.
abstract: Neonatal withdrawal from maternal drugs and medications is not uncommon. Codeine-containing analgesic preparations given to pregnant mothers for headache have been identified as a cause of neonatal withdrawal syndrome. The present case highlights the importance of obtaining a detailed maternal drug history including prescription and nonprescription drugs, and highlights the need for prenatal counselling for women who are taking narcotic-containing analgesics.
authors: Department of Pediatrics, Division of Neonatology, Institute for Child and Maternal Health, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta.
authors: Vrinda
authors: V
authors: Nair
authors: Amuchou Singh
authors: AS
authors: Soraisham
authors: Albert
authors: A
authors: Akierman
keywords: Codeine; Newborn; Tylenol; Withdrawal syndrome
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