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NATIONAL PERINATAL ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE 2014 - Intrauterine Drug Exposure and the Management of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome - Evelyn Fulmore, Pharm. D., McLeod Regional Medical CenterTRANSCRIPT
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Intrauterine Drug Exposure and the Management of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Evelyn Fulmore, Pharm.D.
McLeod Regional Medical Center Florence, SC
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Disclosures No financial relationships or duality of
interest to disclose I will be discussing off-label use of agents
used to treat newborns with NAS (methadone, morphine, clonidine)
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Learning Objectives Overview of poly-drug use (illicit vs prescription) in
the US Discuss the impact of intrauterine drug exposure on
the fetus Compare various drugs associated with the
development NAS Define NAS and review pharmacologic therapies
used in the management of NAS Examine the evidence of poly-drug exposure on
short and long-term developmental outcomes
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Prescription Drug Problem
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Prescription and Illicit Drug Abuse
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AAP refers to the increased reporting of withdrawal syndrome in the newborn by ICD-9 code (779.5)
Between 2000 and 2009, the national incidence of newborns at risk of withdrawal due to intrauterine exposure to drugs increased from 1.20 to 3.39 per 1,000 live hospital births per year
Between 2000-2009, the number of mothers using or dependent on opiates increased from 1.19 to 5.3 per 1000 hospital births per year
Use of medically prescribed drugs during pregnancy contributes to an increasing incidence of fetal exposure
Scope of the Problem
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Prevalence of Poly-Drug Use in Pregnancy
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Drug Transfer Across the Placenta Transfer occurs
passive diffusion protein transport
Transfer dependent Molecular size (<500) pH Protein binding Lipid solubility
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Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS) Exposure to illicit or
prescription drug Passes via placenta to
baby Dependency to drug
(mom and baby) Withdrawal
symptoms occur shortly after birth Updated by: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of
Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc 1/29/2010
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Drug of Abuse Effects on the Fetus Embryonic stage:
teratogenic Fetal development
stage: Abnormal growth Alteration in
neurotransmitters and receptors
Brain organization Altered delivery of
substrates/nutrients Updated by: Neil K. Kaneshiro, MD, MHA, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc 1/29/2010
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Model to Study Effects of Prenatal Drug Exposure on Developmental Outcomes
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Intrauterine Effects of Drug Exposure on the Fetus Active metabolites enter the CNS of the fetus
causing neuronal cell injury or death Studies have shown physiologic brain changes Impact on cognitive and behavioral development Side effects of certain drugs can cause
vasoconstriction and decrease blood supply Result in complications of pregnancy (placental
abnormalities, IUGR, preterm delivery) Drug abuse or chronic drug use can increase risk for
NAS
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Prenatal Drug Exposure: Potential Effects on Birth and Pregnancy Outcomes
Tobacco Marijuana Stimulants OpiatesPregnancy complications No fetal growth effects Cocaine Stillbirth
Prematurity No physical abnormalities Prematurity Prematurity
Decreased birth weight Decreased birth weight Decreased birth weight
Decreased birth length Decreased birth length Decreased birth length
Decreased birth head circumference
Decreased birth head circumference
Decreased birth head circumference
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Intraventricular hemorrhage
Fetal and neonatal abstinence syndrome
Increased infant mortality rate
Methamphetamine Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Small for Gestational Age (SGA)
Decreased birth weight
Sonnia Minnes. Addict Sci Clin Pract. 2011 July; 6(1): 57–70
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Prenatal Drug Exposure: Potential Effects on CNS development, Cognitive Function, and Behavior*Tobacco Marijuana Stimulants OpiatesDisturbed maternal-infant interactionExcitabilityHypertoniaStress abstinence signsConduct DisorderReduced IQAggressionAntisocial behaviorImpulsivityADHDTobacco use and dependence
Mild withdrawal symptomsDelayed state regulationReading, spelling difficultyExecutive function impairmentEarly tobacco and marijuana use
CocaineNeonatal/InfancyEarly neurobehavioral deficits: orientation, state regulation, autonomic stability, attention, sensory, and motor asymmetry, jitterinessPoor clarity of infant cues during feeding interactionDelayed information processingGeneral cognitive delay
Abstinence syndromeLess rhythmic swallowingStrabismusPossible delay in general cognitive functionAnxietyAggressionFeelings of rejectionDisruptive/inattentive behavior
MethamphetaminePoor movement quality (3rd trimester exposure)Low arousalIncreased lethargyIncreased physiologic stressNo mental or motor delay
*Effects may be subtle and transientSonnia Minnes. Addict Sci Clin Pract. 2011 July; 6(1): 57–70.
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APP Neonatal Drug Withdrawal. Pediatrics, 2012; 129 (2): e540-e560
Definition of NAS
NAS is a complex of signs and symptoms in the postnatal period associated with the sudden withdrawal of maternally transferred opioid
A drug withdrawal syndrome in newborns caused by the mother’s substance use during pregnancy
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Drugs/Substances assoc with NAS Alcohol Antidepressants/Antipsychotics - SSRIs/SNRIs Barbiturates Benzodiazepines Caffeine Marijuana Tobacco/Nicotine Opiates/Narcotics Stimulants – cocaine and methamphetamines
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Symptom Presentation of NAS Type of drug Metabolism of the drug How much and how long Term versus Preterm
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Time of Onset of NAS Heroin often begins within 24 hours of birth Methadone usually begins around 24-72 hours For both opiates, evidence of withdrawal may be
delayed until 5-7 days of age or later For infants exposed to buprenorphine, onset of
withdrawal peaked at 40 hours (severity of signs at 70 hours of age)
If 1 week or longer has lapsed since last dose of maternal opioid use and delivery of the infant, the incidence of withdrawal is low
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APP Neonatal Drug Withdrawal. Pediatrics, 2012; 129 (2): e540-e560
Clinical Presentation - NASGastrointestinal
DysfunctionPoor feedingUncoordinated and
constant suckingVomitingDiarrheaDehydrationPoor weight gain
Autonomic SignsIncreased sweatingNasal stuffinessFeverMottlingTemp instability
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APP Neonatal Drug Withdrawal. Pediatrics, 2012; 129 (2): e540-e560
Clinical Presentation - NASNeurologic excitability
TremorsIrritabilityIncreased wakefulnessHigh-pitched cryingIncreased muscle tone
Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes
Exaggerated Moro reflex
SeizuresFrequent yawning and
sneezing
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Diagnosis of NASA maternal history of substance abuse during
pregnancy often forms the basis for diagnosis of NASAAP recommends the use of an objective abstinence
scoring method to measure the severity of withdrawalAPP favors the Finnegan method for NAS scoring
APP Neonatal Drug Withdrawal. Pediatrics, 2012; 129 (2): e540-e560
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NAS Scoring ToolsNeonatal Abstinence Scoring System (NASS) or Finnegan Scoring System (1975)
Modified Finnegan Lipsitz Tool (1975)Neonatal Withdrawal Inventory (1998)Ostrea CriteriaRiley Infant Pain Scale
Sarkar, J Perinatol 2006
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Finnegan LP. Addict Dis, 1975; 2:141-58
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Modified Finnegan’s Neonatal Abstinence Scoring Tool.
Hudak M L et al. Pediatrics 2012;129:e540-e560
©2012 by American Academy of Pediatrics
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NAS Scoring ProtocolInitiate scoring within 2 hours of admission Infants should not be awakened to obtain a scoreInfants at risk of opiate withdrawal are assessed for
signs of withdrawal ½ to 1 hour after each feedThe scoring chart is designed for term infants who are
fed q 4 hoursAllowances must be made for infants who are
preterm
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Non-Pharmacologic Interventions NAS
SwaddlingRockingMinimal sensory or environmental stimulationMaintain temperature stabilityFeedBreastfeeding
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Pharmacologic Therapy NASParegoric – no longer recommendedDilute Tincture of Opium (DTO) – no longer
recommended Dilute Morphine Sulfate Oral solutionMethadoneBuprenorphinePhenobarbitalClonidine
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Drugs/Substances assoc with NAS Alcohol Antidepressants/Antipsychotics - SSRIs/SNRIs Barbiturates Benzodiazepines Caffeine Marijuana Tobacco/Nicotine Opiates/Narcotics Stimulants – cocaine and methamphetamines
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Alcohol Intrauterine exposure most commonly causes Fetal Alcohol
Spectrum Disorders Studies suggest alcohol increases risk for miscarriages and
premature births The
American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Breastfeeding notes: “ingestion of alcoholic beverages should be minimized and limited to an occasional intake but no more than 0.5 g alcohol per kg body weight, which for a 60 kg mother is approximately 2 oz liquor, 8 oz wine, or 2 beers. Nursing should take place 2 hours or longer after the alcohol intake to minimize its concentration in the ingested milk.”
The evidence of negative association between moderate fetal exposure to alcohol and later IQ is not conclusive
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Nicotine 1 of more than 4000 compounds the fetus is exposed to Approx 30 compounds assoc adverse outcomes Proposed mechanisms of fetal harm (hypoxia, nutrient
deprivation, direct vasocontrictor effects on the placenta and umbilical vessels)
Birth defects of the heart, brain, face Increase risk for SIDS, placenta abnormalities, preterm labor No convincing evidence that intrauterine exposure is
associated with NAS It is unclear if intrauterine exposure affects later cognitive
development
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Opiates and Benzodiazepines (BZD) Severity and duration difficult to predict Occur 24–72 hours after birth Symptoms can include shaking or jerky movements,
high pitched crying, feeding difficulties, sneezing, sensitivity to light or stimulus, vomiting and diarrhea
Severity of symptoms not necessarily related to level of antenatal exposure
Increased risk of SIDS
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Marijuana (Cannabis) Consequences similar to use of nicotine Smoking marijuana produces 5 times the amount of
carbon monoxide as does cirgarette smoking Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) Crosses the placenta rapidly Effects on fetus associated with altered uterine blood
flow and altered maternal health behaviors Regular use associated with low birth weight and
prematurity
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Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) Fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, citalopram Increase risk of cardiac and congenital malformations
(paroxetine – 1st trimester) Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension (PPHN) Abstinence symptoms associated with withdrawal or
hyperserotonergic (serotonin toxicity) state Symptoms present several hours to several days to weeks
after birth Cry, irritability, jitteriness, restlessness, shivering, fever, tremors,
hypertonia, rigidity, tachypnea, respiratory distress, feeding difficulty, sleep disturbance, hypoglycemia, seizures
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Benzodiazepines (BZD) Benzodiazepines (e.g. Diazepam, Alprazolam,
Midazolam, Lorazepam) Increased risk of low birth weight and
prematurity Can cause serious withdrawal symptoms in
the newborn similar to opiate withdrawal Effects of withdrawal can last for several
months – ‘floppy baby syndrome’
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Opiates Opiate drugs are highly lipophilic and have
relatively low molecular weights Cross the placenta by simple diffusion from mother to
fetus Tend to accumulate in the fetus Longer half-life in the fetus (enzymes of
glucuronidation and oxidation not fully developed, immature renal function)
Babies at increased risk of low birth weight and poor growth. May have smaller head size and be born pre-term
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Maternal Opioid Treatment: Human Experimental Research ‘MOTHER’ Study
Randomized, double-blind multicenter trial 3 women (2 consecutive pregnancies = 6
neonates) Buprenorphine or methadone Outcome parameters: maternal and fetal
safety and efficacy, severity and duration of NAS, the amount of NAS medication, and birth outcomes
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Stimulants: Cocaine and Methamphetamine Symptoms appear 2-3 days after birth (assoc with
stimulant effect Irritability, hyperactivity, tremors, high-pitched cry,
excessive sucking, abnormal auditory brainstem responses and ECG
Cocaine or Methamphetamine exposure: Premature births and placental problems Increase chance for SGA, IUGR, low birth weight,
decreased head circumference Long term effects: behavioral, cognitive skills, and
physical dexterity Abstinence syndrome not clearly defined
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Pharmacologic Therapy NASDilute Morphine Sulfate Oral solutionMethadoneBuprenorphinePhenobarbitalClonidine
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Pharmacologic Intervention NAS Begin when 2-3 consecutive Finnegan scores are ≥8 or when
the sum of 3 consecutive Finnegan scores is ≥24 Based upon toxicology and clinical presentation initiate drug
therapy Use Birth weight when calculating doses of NAS medications Medications should be started within 2-4 hours after infant has
met criteria Vomiting and diarrhea associated with dehydration due to
narcotic withdrawal are indications for treatment even in the absence of high abstinence scores
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Pharmacologic Intervention NASMorphine or methadone are first-line opiatesClonidine is a first line or adjunctive therapy used in
combo with an opiate for poly-substance exposurePhenobarbital is adjunctive therapy used in combo
with an opiate for poly-substance exposurePoly-substance dependency is likely seen with
opiates as well as barbiturates, sedative, and SSRIs/SNRIs
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Dilute Oral Morphine Solution0.4 mg/ml Prepared from commercial oral morphine
solution 2 mg/ml No additives or high alcohol content Equivalent to tincture of opium and paregoric Contraindicated in non-opiate withdrawal Has a short half-life Ideal for first-line treatment of NAS
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Dosing of Oral Morphine for Treatment of NAS Available as 10 mg/5 ml oral solution
2 mg/ml concentration – alcohol FREE Beware of drug shortages which product your Rx stocks
Recommended dosing from a dilute oral morphine 0.4 mg/ml concentration (must be compounded)
Morphine dosing Initial dose: 0.04 mg/kg/dose every 3-4 hours Increment dose: 0.04 mg/kg/dose Maximum dose: 0.2 mg/kg/dose
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Methadone Oral solution 1 mg/ml Available as 1 mg/ml and 2 mg/ml oral
concentrate Contains alcohol – 8% Has a long half-life ? Ideal for first-line treatment of NAS Skill in dose titration and weaning Monitor for potential drug interactions
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Dosing of Oral Methadone for Treatment of NAS Available as 1 mg/ml and 2 mg/ml oral concentrate
solution (CAUTION)Contains 8% alcohol May dilute to 0.5 mg/ml concentration
Methadone dosingInitial dose: 0.05 mg-0.1 mg/kg/dose every 6 hoursIncrement dose: 0.05 mg/kg/doseMaximum dose: to effect
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Buprenorphine Oral Suspension60 mcg/ml Not commercially available as an oral
suspension High alcohol content: 30% Rx compounded formulation: 60 mcg/ml
Has long half-live Not recommended by AAP guidelines Buprenorphine dosing: 4.4-5.3 mcg/kg/dose
subligual every 8 hours
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Phenobarbital oral solution20 mg/5 ml Commercially available as 20 mg/5ml elixir
Contains 15% alcohol
Drug of choice for non-opiate withdrawal Consider adding on when CNS symptoms are not controlled with
opiate alone
Has a long half-live Levels should be monitored if clinical indicated
Goal level: 20-30 mcg/ml
Caution: high doses may cause sedation and interfere with feeding/sucking
May not prevent seizures due to opiate withdrawal
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Dosing of Oral Phenobarbital for the Treatment of NAS Available as 4 mg/ml elixir (contains alcohol) Phenobarbital dosing:
Loading dose: 10-15 mg/kg x 1 Maintenance dose: 3-5 mg/kg/day divided BID Doses up to 8 mg/kg/day divided BID (if higher
NAS scores)
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Clonidine oral suspension 20 micrograms/ml α-2 adrenergic agonist used for opiate detox
in adults Not commercially available in oral suspension Limited studies in newborn infants Use as an adjuvant therapy with a opiate Care in dosing (micrograms vs milligrams) Avoid abrupt discontinuation due to risk for
side effects
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Dosing of Oral Clonidine for Treatment of NAS Not available as a oral suspension
Compounding Rx: 20 mcg/ml concentration – stable 30 days in refrigerator
Clonidine dosing Initial dose: 0.5-1 mcg/kg/dose every 3-6 hours Increment dose: Not studied Maximum dose: 1 mcg/kg/dose every 3 hours
APP Neonatal Drug Withdrawal. Pediatrics, 2012; 129 (2): e540-e560
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Clonidine in Treatment of NAS Limited studies (few case series) Total daily doses: 3-4 mcg/kg 7 neonates exposed to maternal methadone 6:7 neonates resolved/decrease “major” withdrawal
symptoms (MAP, HR, Temp) and decrease in opiate dose
No side effects Limitation: No abstinence scoring was performed
Leikin Jb et.al. Use of clonidine in the prevention and management of NAS. Clinical toxicology, 2009 (47): 551-555
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Breast feeding Breast feeding has been associated with less severe
NAS Breast feeding is allowed if the mother is
compliant/stable in a supervised drug treatment program and is HIV and Hep C negative
Methadone and buprenorphine are excreted in breast milk at low levels
Breast feeding is compatible with methadone or buprenorphine use
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Considerations for Discharge planning Establish early collaboration/intervention between
OB/GYN practitioner and Addiction specialist and others
Address concerns/barriers for outpatient treatment of NAS in the community Breastfeeding Availability of medications Risk for diversion of medication Assessments of the infant (reliable) Loss to followup
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Summary “Poly-substance” or “Poly-drug”abuse in pregnancy
is an ever increasing problem Neonatal withdrawal secondary to intrauterine
exposure is associated with a variety of drugs (prescription or illicit)
Non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions are indicated
Long term neurodevelopmental effects need to be determined
Transition of care issues need to be addressed
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Intrauterine Drug Exposure and the Management of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
Evelyn Fulmore, Pharm.D.
McLeod Regional Medical Center Florence, SC