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Substance-using Women and Drug-exposed Infants: 
Module Two - Other Drugs
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II. Amphetamines
A. Possible maternal effects
1. CNS stimulation and increased cardio-respiratory activity
2. Anorexia, weight loss, insomnia
3. Decreased blood flow to placenta
4. CVA
5. Risk of HIV infection with intravenous use and increased numbers of sexual partners
B. Fetal effects
1. Possible growth retardation
C. Neonatal/Infant effects
1. Possible neurobehavioral abnormalities
2. Low birth weight
D. More studies needed
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