Which drug is used to try to minimize or counter the effects of heroin on prenatal development?
A)Methodone
B)Caffeine
C)Alcohol
D)Oxytocin

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Methadone is a synthetic opioid that can be used to manage withdrawal symptoms in pregnant women who have misused heroin or other opioids. It is safer than heroin for prenatal development and can help prevent premature labor, fetal distress, and fetal death. Caffeine and alcohol can have negative effects on prenatal development, and oxytocin is not used to counter the effects of heroin on prenatal development.

Which Drug Is Used to Try to Minimize or Counter