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If i am taking labetolol should i not request additional fetal monitoring?

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Dr. Pam Yoder answered

Monitoring - high BP: Fetal heart rate monitoring is indicated in the third trimester for women with chronic hypertension, especially if there is an increase in blood pressure. A physician should discuss what is needed for each particular case given the history before and during pregnancy and outcome of prior pregnancies. Additional monitoring with ultrasound studies may also be ordered.

Answered 11/7/2012

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Perhaps: Labetolol can cross the placental barrier, so perhaps more frequent monitoring is warranted.

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