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Can Hydrocodone Affect Fetal Development During Pregnancy?

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Posted on Mon, 29 May 2017
Question: 34 weeks pregnant quite hydrocodone today. I took it for 3 months 1 pill a day. Will baby be born addicted or will the baby be ok
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Not likely to be addicted

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I understand your concerns.

Most likely, the baby will not be affected or addicted. Your habits generally don't transmit to children. Hence don't worry about it.

Your baby should be fine.

Let me know if you need any more help.

Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Follow up: Dr. Soumya (3 hours later)
Ok so then he wont have withdrawl when born. I have read that moms taking opiates while pregnant can cause the baby to have withdrawl when born.
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Answered by Dr. Soumya (6 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No, not likely

Detailed Answer:
Hi again,

No. Your baby should not have withdrawal symptoms.

Regards


Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Can Hydrocodone Affect Fetal Development During Pregnancy?

Brief Answer: Not likely to be addicted Detailed Answer: Hi, I understand your concerns. Most likely, the baby will not be affected or addicted. Your habits generally don't transmit to children. Hence don't worry about it. Your baby should be fine. Let me know if you need any more help. Regards