Prozac Withdrawal Symptoms in Newborns

[Perplexed]

I know I should ask my Pdr about this but my appointment won’t be till I’m 38 weeks pregnant (32 now) and I guess if I’m planning to taper off prozac before giving birth I should start a little before 38 weeks or so. Anyone have any experience with SSRI during pregnancy and were withdrawal symptoms in newborns a reason to taper off medication in the last few weeks of pregnancy?

 

[Babybump87]

My GP was going to prescribe me something similar a few months ago but I decided I would see how things went and didn’t need them . She did go through all the risks /benefits. She mentioned that newborns can be more sleepy, it can affect their nervous system so they jitter a lot and a increase in their heart rate . She also mentioned to stop them a couple of weeks before my due date.

I think to taper off them depends on the woman and how she feels she would/can cope without taking them.

Hopefully your GP/midwife will able to advise you more x

 

[Hoping4numbr3]

Can you call and ask even though your appt is not until 38 weeks? They may recommend you continue using them or a gradual decrease in the meds before due date. Good luck!

 

[sammie13s]

I have taken antidepressants throughout all of my pregnancies. I'm currently taking mitazipine. I'm 35+5 and I'm having my section at 36+6. I will continue to take my antidepressants. It had no effect on my other children and the benefits outweigh the risks for me. I'm sure everything will be fine luv xx

 

[Perplexed]

Thanks ladies.

I managed to ask the Dr bc a family member had an appointment and he said no need to taper before delivery in my case.

 

[sammie13s]

Awe belting. Baby will be fine luv xx

 

[Babybump87]

That’s good news ! I’m sure baby will be fine ! X