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Is It Safe to Take Antidepressants During Pregnancy?
Dr. Mehmet Oz
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Q: Is it safe to take antidepressants during pregnancy?

A: Though some drugs (like Wellbutrin) have no established risks, no one can say for sure that any antidepressant is completely safe during pregnancy—and several drugs (like Paxil, which has been associated with fetal heart defects) definitely pose a known danger. Still, you shouldn't stop taking your medication cold turkey. That's because untreated depression can weaken your motivation to maintain a healthy lifestyle, as well as raise your risk of early delivery and postpartum depression. If you're pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor about the best course of action.

Next: Dr Oz dispels 4 myths about antidepressants

From the September 2010 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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