A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits

Najlaa Mohammad Alsudairy; Norah Khalid Alhijji; Bashayr Abdullah Aljafar; Albandari Saad Alanazi; Sarah Hassan Alshaikh; Danah Abdulrahman Alsultan; Zainab A. Ghani Hijab; Hawra Abdulkhaliq Alshali; Sara Adel Aljumaan; Nujud Menwer Alanazi; Ahmad Hussain Aldhairyan

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IJMDC. 2025; 9(1): 175-184

doi: 10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits

Najlaa Mohammad Alsudairy, Norah Khalid Alhijji, Bashayr Abdullah Aljafar, Albandari Saad Alanazi, Sarah Hassan Alshaikh, Danah Abdulrahman Alsultan, Zainab A. Ghani Hijab, Hawra Abdulkhaliq Alshali, Sara Adel Aljumaan, Nujud Menwer Alanazi, Ahmad Hussain Aldhairyan.

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The impact of medications on the health of pregnant women and their children is a critical area of concern in medical research and obstetrics. During pregnancy, women often require treatment for various health conditions, including chronic illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, and mental health disorders. However, the use of medications during this sensitive period can pose risks, as some drugs may cross the placental barrier and affect fetal development. Certain medications have been associated with adverse outcomes, including congenital malformations, preterm birth, and low birth weight. The balance between effectively managing maternal health and minimizing potential harm to the fetus necessitates careful consideration and consultation between healthcare providers and expecting mothers. Children's health can also be significantly impacted by maternal medication use during pregnancy, with possible long-term consequences. Research indicates that in utero exposure to specific medications may increase the risk of developmental delays, behavioral issues, and lifelong health concerns. For example, the use of antiepileptic drugs or antidepressants during pregnancy has been linked to neurodevelopmental disorders in offspring. It is essential for healthcare providers to closely monitor and assess the risk-benefit ratio of medications prescribed to pregnant women, emphasizing the importance of individualized treatment plans and informed decision-making. Moreover, adequate education on the safe use of medications during pregnancy can help mitigate risks and ensure healthier outcomes for both mothers and their children.

Key words: Medications, Pregnancy, Maternal Health, Fetal Development, Congenital Malformations, Preterm Birth, Low Birth Weight, Developmental Delays.

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Alsudairy NM, Alhijji NK, Aljafar BA, Alanazi AS, Alshaikh SH, Alsultan DA, Hijab ZAG, Alshali HA, Aljumaan SA, Alanazi NM, Aldhairyan AH. A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. IJMDC. 2025; 9(1): 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy NM, Alhijji NK, Aljafar BA, Alanazi AS, Alshaikh SH, Alsultan DA, Hijab ZAG, Alshali HA, Aljumaan SA, Alanazi NM, Aldhairyan AH. A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. https://www.ijmdc.com/?mno=234388 [Access: March 17, 2025]. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy NM, Alhijji NK, Aljafar BA, Alanazi AS, Alshaikh SH, Alsultan DA, Hijab ZAG, Alshali HA, Aljumaan SA, Alanazi NM, Aldhairyan AH. A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. IJMDC. 2025; 9(1): 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy NM, Alhijji NK, Aljafar BA, Alanazi AS, Alshaikh SH, Alsultan DA, Hijab ZAG, Alshali HA, Aljumaan SA, Alanazi NM, Aldhairyan AH. A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. IJMDC. (2025), [cited March 17, 2025]; 9(1): 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy, N. M., Alhijji, . N. K., Aljafar, . B. A., Alanazi, . A. S., Alshaikh, . S. H., Alsultan, . D. A., Hijab, . Z. A. G., Alshali, . H. A., Aljumaan, . S. A., Alanazi, . N. M. & Aldhairyan, . A. H. (2025) A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. IJMDC, 9 (1), 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy, Najlaa Mohammad, Norah Khalid Alhijji, Bashayr Abdullah Aljafar, Albandari Saad Alanazi, Sarah Hassan Alshaikh, Danah Abdulrahman Alsultan, Zainab A. Ghani Hijab, Hawra Abdulkhaliq Alshali, Sara Adel Aljumaan, Nujud Menwer Alanazi, and Ahmad Hussain Aldhairyan. 2025. A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries, 9 (1), 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy, Najlaa Mohammad, Norah Khalid Alhijji, Bashayr Abdullah Aljafar, Albandari Saad Alanazi, Sarah Hassan Alshaikh, Danah Abdulrahman Alsultan, Zainab A. Ghani Hijab, Hawra Abdulkhaliq Alshali, Sara Adel Aljumaan, Nujud Menwer Alanazi, and Ahmad Hussain Aldhairyan. "A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits." International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 9 (2025), 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy, Najlaa Mohammad, Norah Khalid Alhijji, Bashayr Abdullah Aljafar, Albandari Saad Alanazi, Sarah Hassan Alshaikh, Danah Abdulrahman Alsultan, Zainab A. Ghani Hijab, Hawra Abdulkhaliq Alshali, Sara Adel Aljumaan, Nujud Menwer Alanazi, and Ahmad Hussain Aldhairyan. "A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits." International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries 9.1 (2025), 175-184. Print. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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Alsudairy, N. M., Alhijji, . N. K., Aljafar, . B. A., Alanazi, . A. S., Alshaikh, . S. H., Alsultan, . D. A., Hijab, . Z. A. G., Alshali, . H. A., Aljumaan, . S. A., Alanazi, . N. M. & Aldhairyan, . A. H. (2025) A Comprehensive Review of the Impact of Medications in Family Medicine on the Health of Pregnant Women and Children: Risks and Benefits. International Journal of Medicine in Developing Countries, 9 (1), 175-184. doi:10.24911/IJMDC.51-1734988186

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