When it comes to drugs and medications, the list of what not to take may shock some.

But what about the medications that are prescribed specifically for pregnant women?

But this is not always the case.

pregnant woman taking a pill

The latest drug to be on the removal list is Makena, which, according to theU.S.

News & World Report, is prescribed to women who have a history of premature births.

Women are instructed to continue the injections until the 37th week or delivery.

pregnant women getting an injection

News & World Report.

Not only was the drug ineffective, it also had negative side effects, including blood clots and depression.

But this vote doesn’t mean Makena can no longer be prescribed just yet.