Get to Know: Drug Watch

DrugWatch.com aims to educate the public about side effects and interactions associated with thousands of prescription and over-the counter medications, including those that may be used by women during pregnancy or to prevent pregnancy. Many medications used by women shortly before or after becoming pregnant have the potential to cause serious side effects and complications. Some birth control medications such as Yaz may cause permanent birth defects and potentially-fatal cardiovascular problems such as blood clots, heart attack and stroke, but many women are unaware of the potential risks of these medications.