jueves, 17 de octubre de 2019

FDA Strongly Advises Against Using Cannabis, Including CBD, When Pregnant or Breastfeeding

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Women's Health Alert
Message from the Acting Associate Commissioner

Dear Women’s Health Colleagues,

Today, the Office of Women’s Health is sharing an important announcement issued by FDA regarding the use of cannabis and cannabis-derived products while pregnant or breastfeeding. There are many potential negative health effects from using marijuana and other products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Therefore, FDA strongly advises against the use of cannabidiol (CBD), THC, and marijuana in any form during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. I encourage you to read the consumer update below.

Sincerely,

Kaveeta Vasisht, M.D., Pharm.D.
Acting Associate Commissioner for Women's Health
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What You Should Know About Using Cannabis, Including CBD, When Pregnant or Breastfeeding 

Cannabis and Cannabis-derived products have become increasingly available in recent years, with new and different types of products appearing all the time. These products raise questions and concerns for many consumers. And if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you might have even more questions about whether these products are safe for you.

FDA strongly advises against the use of cannabidiol (CBD), tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), and marijuana in any form during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

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