Keywords
Nalolol, Beta Blockers, Chronic Hypertension, Pregnancy, Medical Student Care, Neonatal Complications
Disciplines
Family Medicine | Medical Education | Medicine and Health Sciences | Obstetrics and Gynecology | Pediatrics | Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Abstract
Hypertension is a common concern during pregnancy. Beta-blockers are one potential treatment, but third trimester exposure has correlated with an increased risk of perinatal events. Nadolol, a nonselective beta blocker, has properties that differ from those of its selective counterparts, including longer half-life, decreased protein binding, and renal excretion in the unchanged form. There is very limited data on the use of nadolol during pregnancy, and its safety has not been completely evaluated. This case study documents the perinatal outcomes of nadolol use throughout a medical student’s pregnancy and explores the experience in obtaining and undergoing medical care.
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Family Medicine Commons, Medical Education Commons, Obstetrics and Gynecology Commons, Pediatrics Commons, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Commons
