exam 4 lecture 3 Flashcards
(42 cards)
when does the peak level in the mothers milk?
occurs during the drugs maximum blood levels in the mother
this local anesthetic has been designated a category B drug?
lidocaine
this has no adverse reactions noted but nystatin is more safer
clotrimazaole
this type is safe for nursing mothers but look for signs of sedation in infants
barbiturates
these local anesthetics are category C and have not been tested
mepivicane and procaine
what are some disadvantages of local anesthetics with pregnant people?
can cause fetal bradycardia if administered in large doses
may produce uterine vascular constriction leading to fetal heart changes
unless there is a strong indication for use, these should not be administered to a pregnant or nursing woman
drugs
what are the FDA pregnancy categories?
A B C D X
A is the safest, X should not be used in pregnant people
what type of opioid is associated with teratogenicty?
codeine
when should a drug be administered to a pregnant woman?
only if the benefits outweigh the risks and definite need is indicated
with this, decidious teeth become stained and fetal bone growth inhibited
tetracyclines
what abnormalities are involved with codeine?
respiratory, GI, cardiac and circulatory system as well as cleft lip and palate
this type of drug should only be used when there is definite indication
anti infective agents
this appears to be safe for pregnancy other than estolate
erythromycin
when a mother is nursing, when will the least potential problems occur in the infant?
shortly after a drug is taken the mother should nurse
these are contraindicated during pregnancy only for the treatment of status epilepticus
benzodiapzine
these are used in the lowest possible dose for the shortest amount of time
analgesics
this is safe to use during pregnancy, usually occurs in breast milk and infants should be observed for signs of diarrhea, candidiasis and allergic reactions
penicillin
this is contraindicated during pregnancy because of the adverse affects to the fetus and cross the placenta are deposited in fetal teeth and bone
tetracyclines
this is teratogenic in animals and producing abnormal number of digits… if used breast milk should be expressed and discarded during therapy and for 72 hours after ingesting the last dose
ketaconazole
this is not recommended for nursing mothers
benzodiazepines
what is the local anesthetic of choice for the pregnant woman?
lidocaine
what dental treatment can be done during the first trimester?
intra and extra oral examination after completion of medical and dental history, dental prophylaxis, oral hygiene instructions and no radiographs unless absolutely necessary..
avoid elective dental treatment
when is the most optimal time for dental treatment to be completed?
second trimester