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Pregnant And Taking Multiple Drugs. Taking OxyContin And Subutex. Might Have Smoked Heroin. Will It Affect The Baby?
We found out 3 weeks ago, my daughter- in-law, who is about 6 months pregnant, has been taking multiple drugs which began with a cancer (Burkitt's Lymphoma) cure 3 yrs ago. She stated they sent her home on 80 mg. OxyContin q4hr. I believe she has also taken (smoked) heroin. She is now on Subutex. What kind of baby can we expect? Worried sick!
Thu, 14 Nov 2013
HI,
Opiets & specially heroin taken during pregnancy is hazardous for baby in many ways.
It may lead to miscarraige,premature birth, low birth weight,Delayed growth, breathing problems,addiction or withdrawal symptoms.
- She should be taken to specialist & gradually get rid of the bad habbits.
- It's better to inform the doctor,so that he will check for the results from time to time & prescribe for minimizing the side effects.
Thanks
Opiets & specially heroin taken during pregnancy is hazardous for baby in many ways.
It may lead to miscarraige,premature birth, low birth weight,Delayed growth, breathing problems,addiction or withdrawal symptoms.
- She should be taken to specialist & gradually get rid of the bad habbits.
- It's better to inform the doctor,so that he will check for the results from time to time & prescribe for minimizing the side effects.
Thanks
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