PHARMACOLOGICAL EFFECTS OF VITAMIN DRUGS ON PREGNANT WOMEN
Keywords:
vitamins, pregnancy, pharmacology, teratogenicity, folic acid, vitamin D, vitamin A, prenatal health.Abstract
The physiological demands of pregnancy require a delicate balance between maternal and fetal nutrition, metabolism, and hormonal regulation. Vitamins — both water- and fat-soluble — play essential roles in supporting cellular growth, hematopoiesis, nervous system development, and immune competence during gestation. The pharmacological use of vitamin preparations in pregnant women aims to prevent nutritional deficiencies, fetal malformations, and pregnancy-related complications such as anemia, preeclampsia, and neural tube defects. However, excessive or inappropriate vitamin supplementation may lead to teratogenic or toxic effects, particularly with fat-soluble compounds. This article presents an in-depth analysis of the pharmacological mechanisms, benefits, and potential risks associated with vitamin drug use in pregnant women. It explores the kinetics of vitamin absorption, distribution, and metabolism during pregnancy and underscores the importance of evidence-based supplementation guided by clinical pharmacology principles.
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