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[Allergy in pregnancy]

G Di Lorenzo1, P Mansueto, M Melluso

  • 1Istituto di Medicina Interna e Geriatria, Università degli Studi di Palermo.

La Clinica Terapeutica
|September 1, 1994
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Pregnancy drug use requires caution, especially in the first trimester. Some allergy medications like disodium cromoglycate and topical beclomethasone are considered safer options during pregnancy.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Obstetrics
  • Allergology

Context:

  • Managing allergic conditions during pregnancy presents unique challenges due to potential risks to the fetus.
  • Limited data exists on the safety of many common allergy medications in pregnant populations.
  • Regulatory bodies like the FDA and European Commission have not fully classified drugs for pregnancy safety.

Purpose:

  • To review the safety profile of various medications used for allergic conditions during pregnancy.
  • To provide guidance on comparatively safe treatment options for pregnant individuals with allergies.
  • To highlight contraindications and preferred treatments for specific allergic emergencies and conditions.

Summary:

  • Disodium cromoglycate (DSCG), diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine, hydroxyzine, inhaled beta-2 agonists, xanthine bronchodilators, pseudoephedrine, and topical beclomethasone dipropionate (last trimester) are considered relatively safe for pregnancy.

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  • Specific immunotherapy is not recommended during pregnancy.
  • For anaphylaxis, epinephrine and ephedrine are primary choices; asthma management requires PEFR monitoring; rhinitis can be treated with DSCG or topical beclomethasone; urticaria may benefit from hydroxyzine or ephedrine; antibiotic choice for adverse drug reactions includes erythromycin or micamycin; atopic dermatitis is best managed with topical hydrocortisone.

    • Impact:

    • Informs clinical decision-making for healthcare providers treating pregnant patients with allergic diseases.
    • Aims to minimize fetal exposure to potentially harmful medications.
    • Supports evidence-based management strategies for allergic conditions throughout pregnancy.