Dangers of aspirin during pregnancy

Can you take baby aspirin during pregnancy?

Using aspirin as a painkiller while pregnant isn't recommended – but your healthcare provider may prescribe a daily low dose of aspirin (sometimes called "baby aspirin") to lower the risk of some pregnancy complications.

Higher doses of aspirin have been found to pose some risks, depending on the stage of pregnancy.

A few studies show that taking aspirin around the time of conception and in early pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of miscarriage. And the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)Opens a new window warns that taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including aspirin, after 20 weeks could in rare cases cause kidney problems in an unborn baby and lead to low levels of amniotic fluid.

When you need to take something for pain relief while you're pregnant, it's safe to take the lowest effective dose of acetaminophen (Tylenol).

Why is baby aspirin prescribed during pregnancy?

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