Educate Pregnant Moms About Treating Pain or Fever

December 2020

Expectant moms will ask you how to treat pain or fever...in light of new warnings about NSAIDs in pregnancy.

NSAIDs are already contraindicated during the third trimester...due to risk of premature ductus arteriosus closure.

Now Health Canada is advising to avoid NSAIDs at 20 weeks or later while they investigate safety concerns.

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Table of Contents

Diabetes Meds Expect to See SGLT2 Inhibitors for Some Patients WithOUT Diabetes
Practice Be Aware of the Uses and Limitations of COVID-19 Antibody Testing
Asthma Get Ready for Questions About Enerzair for Asthma
Pregnancy Educate Pregnant Moms About Treating Pain or Fever
Alcohol Listen for Questions About Hangover Remedies
Venous Thromboembolism Be Prepared With Answers About Treating VTE
Benzodiazepines Consider Strategies for Safe Use of Benzodiazepines and Z-Drugs
Women's Health Know Alternatives to Fibristal Now That It's Off the Market
Practice Help Patients Navigate Mobile Health Apps