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Substance Use Disorder Treatment in Pregnant Adults: Tobacco Treatment Recs

Tobacco Use Disorder Treatment
  • For pregnant patients with tobacco use disorder, clinicians should:
    • Advise patients to abstain from or minimize use during pregnancy to prevent harm to themselves and the fetus. (A2)
    • Offer nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) with or without bupropion after discussing the risks and benefits. (A2)
    • Perform or refer for psychosocial counseling and support. (A1)
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