Oestrogen transdermal patches for post partum depression in lactating mothers: A case report

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Title:	Oestrogen transdermal patches for post partum depression in lactating mothers: A case report
Authors:	Ball, D.E. Morrison, P.
Keywords:	post partum depression Oestrogen breast feeding
Issue Date:	1999
Publisher:	University of Zimbabwe, College of Health Sciences
Citation:	Ball, D. E. & Morrison, P. (1999). Oestrogen transdermal patches for post partum depression in lactating mothers: A case report. Central African Journal of Medicine, 45 (3), 68-70.
Abstract:	Oestrogen transdermal patches are now being used in the prophylaxis and treatment of post partum depression. Oestrogens are known to have potential adverse effects on breastfed infants. This case describes jaundice and poor weight gain in the child of a lactating mother prescribed oestrogen transdermal patches. There is a need for caution in the use of this therapy in breast feeding mothers and health professionals should be alert for problems.
URI:	http://hdl.handle.net/10646/2890
ISSN:	0008-9176
Appears in Collections:	Department of Pharmacy Staff Publications

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