Paxil and Pregnancy: New findings on antidepressants and pregnancy
That kind of planning isn't always possible. A woman taking paroxetine might become pregnant unexpectedly and may need to choose between the increased risk of birth defects and the risks of untreated depression. Depressed mothers are more likely to miss doctors’ appointments, drink alcohol, use drugs, and give birth to low-birthweight babies. Dr. Miller advises that women who stop or switch medications should make any change gradually.
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