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organogenesis – the process of development of baby’s main organs. This period is the first 12 weeks in the womb.

autoantibody – abnormal antibodies produced against the body’s own tissues.

European Medicines Agency (EMA) – the EMA is the part of the European Union that is responsible for approving and regulating human and animal medicines and medical products.

See: www.ema.europa.eu/en

bilirubin – a liver enzyme. Increased levels of bilirubin lead to a yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Bilirubin and side effects

Cmin or Ctrough – lowest concentration of a drug just before the next dose.

What happens when you take a drug?