Drugs for Depression Linked to Birth Defects: Glossary Terms

Birth Defects Glossary Terms - Vasoconstriction

Definition

Vasoconstriction is the narrowing (constriction) of blood vessels. When blood vessels constrict, the flow of blood is restricted or slowed.

Vasoconstriction may be slight or severe. It may result from disease, medication, or psychological conditions. Medications that cause vasoconstriction include:

Antihistamines and decongestants
Cough and cold combinations
Pseudoephedrine
Caffeine

Medications may be used to treat vasoconstriction.

Source: Medline Plus Medical Encyclopedia

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002338.htm

Anti-Depression Drugs and Birth Defects

Studies have found a link between persistent pulmonary hypertension and other birth defects in infants due to their mothers taking certain SSRI drugs including Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft during pregnancy.

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Parents of a baby with pulmonary hypertension or heart defects may be eligible to file a claim against the manufacturer of any drugs for depression prescribed during pregnancy for failing to adequately disclose the risk of adverse side effects.

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List of Antidepressant Drugs

The FDA lists the following antidepressant drugs known as SSRIs (selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors) or as Combination Drugs containing an SSRI:

Celexa (citalopram)
Fluvoxamine
Lexapro (escitalopram)
Paxil (paroxetine)
Prozac (fluoxetine)
Symbyax (olanzapine / fluoxetine)
Zoloft (sertraline)

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