Prevention of Chemicals Injury to the Fetus

Prevention of Chemicals Injury to the Fetus (SDA)

I. Safe Storage of Poisons

• Poisons must be stored in well-marked containers.

• Preferably stored under lock and key.

II. Drug Safety Evidence

• Evidence for the safety of drugs must be established before use during pregnancy.

III. Avoidance of Self-Administration of Drugs

• Self-administration of drugs and chemicals should be discouraged during childbearing years.

• Important to note that pregnancy may not be recognized during the first semester when fetal injury (phocomelia) commonly occurs.