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About Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
Expertise
I can answer a broad range of questions related to community pharmacy practice. My particular
interests include childrens` health and safe medication use for seniors. As the mother of two small children, I am quite knowledgable on many parenting issues from how to handle
a baby with colic to how to get kids to take their medicine. With regards to medication use in seniors, I can answer questions about adverse effects, drugs to generally avoid
in that population, and disease management issues.
Experience
I entered the world of pharmacy as a technician for approximately six years. I then went on to receive my Doctor of Pharmacy degree and now work for the Federal Government as an outpatient pharmacist.
Publications
Drug Topics Feb.2006 edition ("Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"),
I also recently submitted an article to Pharmacy Times entitled "How to Help Parents Cope With Colic" which is scheduled for publication in the near future.
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology (Old Dominion University 1997)
Pharm.D.(Virginia Commonwealth University 2002)
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You are here: Experts > Health/Fitness > Pharmacology > Pharmacy > pain killers and pregnancy
Expert: Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
Date: 2/2/2008
Subject: pain killers and pregnancy
Question
I am 17wks pregnant and have been taking Tramadol w/ tylenol. I believe it is also called Ultram or Ultracet. I only take 1 pill a day. I am trying to completely stop. I take them for lower back pain. I know it is a class C pain killer. I am woried I have caused harm to my unborn child. How bad is Tramadol while pregnant, and what kind of harm could I have caused the baby? Is there anything I can do to help my baby?
Answer
Dear Elizabeth,
First, congratulations on your pregnancy! Secondly, I would not worry about any problems from taking one ultram a day. Most drugs are considered to be class C drugs and the safest time to take any medications is actually during your second trimester.
Of course, the less you take while pregnant, the better but if you are truly in a lot of pain and plain tylenol is not helping then ultram may be the way to go. Just use it sparingly and under a doctors supervision.
I wish you the best with everything. Take care and good luck!!
Warmly,
Dr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D.
www.themedicinemom.com
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