Analysis finds benzodiazepine use in pregnancy linked to higher risk of preterm birth

An adjusted analysis of pregnancy and birth outcomes has found that use of benzodiazepines during pregnancy is associated with increased risk of preterm birth. The study also found a smaller association of benzodiazepine use with newborns small for gestational age.

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Journal
The Brown University Psychopharmacology Update
Published
2026-03-14
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1002/pu.31428
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Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
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Analysis finds benzodiazepine use in pregnancy linked to higher risk of preterm birth

The Brown University Psychopharmacology Update
Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
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Analysis finds benzodiazepine use in pregnancy linked to higher risk of preterm birth

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Abstract

An adjusted analysis of pregnancy and birth outcomes has found that use of benzodiazepines during pregnancy is associated with increased risk of preterm birth. The study also found a smaller association of benzodiazepine use with newborns small for gestational age.

The Brown University Psychopharmacology UpdateVol. 37(4)
Good health and well-being
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Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
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