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angel999

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Pregnant taking Subutex
Posted: 10-01-08 20:33pm

Is this ok!? I am a recovering Heroin addict. It wasn't always Heroin. I tapped into everything else, literally. The concern I am having is that I am on a drug called subutex. I am worried about the effects that this could have on my unborn baby. Will the baby go through withdrawls? Will the baby be healthy? Is the baby growing normally in the womb? I am so worried and have so many questions and thoughts on this. I was originally on suboxone but my Doctor asked me to switch to Subutex because it was safer than the Suboxone. I was also on xanax at the begining as well but tapered off that once I found out. Does anyone have ANY advice on this? I see the specialist on the 20th of Oct. I'm just PRAYING for a healthy baby. Please help ease my mind
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Posted: 10-03-08 03:29am

Be sure to inform your doctor that you are pregnant when you visit the specialist. You'll have to make a joint decision about the relative benefits and risks of the medication during your pregnancy. Be aware, however, that neonatal withdrawal has been reported in the infants of women treated with SUBUTEX during pregnancy. Furthermore:

# The safety of SUBUTEX during pregnancy has not been established. It is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may be harmful to the developing baby, particularly in the third trimester, when it may cause breathing problems or a withdrawal syndrome in the baby after birth.

# SUBUTEX passes into breast milk. It may also inhibit the production of breast milk. Mothers who need to take this medicine should not breastfeed during treatment.
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angel999

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Posted: 10-03-08 08:01am

Thanks for the reply. My doctor definitely knows I am taking Subutex as well as the specialist. I have been slowly lowing my dose but very carefully. I'm not suppost to quit cold turkey for the fact that it can be very harmful to the baby. As for breastfeeding, I won't be able to. I hate to think that but it's for whats best for the baby. Thanks again!!!
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Posted: 10-03-08 08:19am

You're welcome. Smile I didn't know that cold turkey was not advised. And congratulations! Please let me know if you're interested i support during your recovery. Do you go to any 12 step meetings?
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angel999

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Posted: 10-03-08 14:07pm

Yes I go but not as much as I should. I know they say not to use being busy as an excuse but I've been busy. Are you in recovery?
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Posted: 10-03-08 15:30pm

Yep. 5 years. It sounds like you do have a lot going on in your life...but I encourage you to try to make a meeting every day for a little while...and make it your commitment. Detox from opiates are difficult and you need the support. DO you have a sponsor?
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