Possible Effects of Numbing Agents On Newborns & Children

A large proteomics study on the brains of newborn mice provides more evidence that numbing drugs often used in obstetric or pediatric medicine can have profound and long-term negative effects, even after minimal exposure. This study, appearing in the December issue of Molecular and Cellular Proteomics, highlights the delicate state of the developing nervous system and reinforces the use of caution when administering sedatives, anesthetics, and anti-convulsants to pregnant women or infants.

Poocher is a pharmacist turned software developer for the Federal government. It's been a few years since he's practiced as a hospital pharmacist. But, he generally knows everything. The Grand Ol Hound hadn't heard this one before...

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/132816.php

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