Latest Trustworthy News from Dr. Mercola - delivered straight to your inbox!
My New Book is Now A Best Seller | Order Now My New Book is Now A Best Seller | Order Now

Taking Painkillers During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Miscarriage

  • August 15, 2003

Women who take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or aspirin during pregnancy increase their risk of miscarriage by 80 percent. NSAIDs work by suppressing the production of prostaglandins (fatty acids needed for successful implantation of an embryo in the womb). Because NSAIDs and aspirin act on the whole body, they could lead to abnormal implantation that predisposes an embryo to miscarriage. This study didn't evaluate the influence of fish oil during pregnancy, but it is...