Re: Ritalin and Pregnancy

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At Mon, 18 Jun 2001, Tammy wrote: >
>Hi My name is Tammy and I am new to this forum. My concern today is
>that I think I might possibly be pregnant, and I have a severe case of
>Attention Deficit Disorder, and I take Ritalin every day. My question
>is has there ever been a case of any woman taking the drug while
>pregnant, or can Ritalin harm a developing fetus? I have a terrible time
>trying to function without the medication, but am concerned and won't
>take it if it could harm my possible unborn child. If anyone knows of
>anything to do with this, please help. I would most appreciate it.
>Thank you! Tammy

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Tufts University School of Medicine

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