New study looks at risks of antypical antipsycotics in pregnancy

It has long been known that certain bipolar drugs, such as Depakote and Lithium, were dangerous during certain stages of pregnancy. Now, new research is suggesting that atypical antipsychotic used to prevent post-partum mania may put babies at risk.

The study reviewed women who had taken an antypical antipsychotic or haloperidol during pregnancy. Maternal and umbilical cord plasma samples were collected and delivery and were analyzed for medication concentrations.
All foru antipsychotics demonstrated incomplete placental passage. The data suggested fetal exposure and wide variety of outcomes depending on the medications.