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Ventricular Ectopy and pregnancy
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Ventricular Ectopy and pregnancy
by MattSonya, Jan 25, 2002 12:00AM
I had been diagnosed with ventricular ectopy approximately two years ago. I am currently taking Atenonol, but recently my husband and I have been contemplating a child. Because I still exhibit some symptoms, chest pain and near syncope, I was told that there are medications that I should take while pregnant, but I am afraid, due to the lack of studies on these meds, to be on any form of medication while carrying a child. My doctor is concerned about possible tacchycardia and was pretty vague regarding the risks. My question is, what will be the risks to myself and my child if my husband and I decide to have a baby?
Sincerely,
Sonya
Sincerely,
Sonya
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-M.D.-CRC, Jan 29, 2002 12:00AM
Dear Sonya,
Atenolol is in a class of medications called beta-blockers. Most OBs are comfortable giving their patients beta-blockers during pregnancy and they are in general considered safe for the baby. You may be asked to taper off the atenolol as the delivery time approaches but this is up to your doctor.
For individuals with normal hearts there are no risks to ventricular ectopy (PVCs) either on or off beta-blockers. There are no risks to pregnancy from PVCs.
Atenolol is in a class of medications called beta-blockers. Most OBs are comfortable giving their patients beta-blockers during pregnancy and they are in general considered safe for the baby. You may be asked to taper off the atenolol as the delivery time approaches but this is up to your doctor.
For individuals with normal hearts there are no risks to ventricular ectopy (PVCs) either on or off beta-blockers. There are no risks to pregnancy from PVCs.
