Original research
by
Nechuta, Sarah et al
Release Date
2022
Geography
USA
Language of Resource
English
Full Text Available
No
Open Access / OK to Reproduce
No
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Objective
We linked statewide PDMP and birth certificate data in Tennessee (TN) to determine patterns of prescription opioid and benzodiazepine use during pregnancy.
Findings/Key points
The overall prevalence remained close to 12% with many women using for long durations. Use was associated lower socioeconomic status, obesity, and prenatal smoking. Findings highlight the need for maternal education and resources, and provider support for implementation of evidence-based care.
Design/methods
We constructed a cohort of 311,217 live singleton births from 2013 to 2016 with prescription history from 90 days before pregnancy to birth.
Keywords
About prescribers
Sex/Gender
Parents/caregivers
