Medical MCQ-Use of lithium during pregnancy increases the risk of development of which of the following malformations in the baby?

Use of lithium during pregnancy increases the risk of development of which of the following malformations in the baby?

Facial defects

Cardiac defects

Neural tube defects

Urogenital defects

Question Category:

Pharmacology

Correct Answer:

Cardiac defects

Description:

Lithium causes Ebstein's anomaly (malformation in tricuspid valve of hea) if given in pregnancy. Other side effects of lithium includes: Leucocytosis I Tremors (most common adverse effect) Hypothyroidism Increase Urine (polyuria) Mothers (avoided in pregnancy).

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