Help & Information
Find answers to common questions about the Cybele platform, how to interpret medication safety information, and how to get the most out of our resources.
Cybele is a non-profit evidence-based platform developed at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) that provides healthcare professionals and families with reliable, up-to-date information about medication safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Our database compiles, evaluates, and synthesises existing scientific guidelines and research to give you clear, actionable information you can trust.
Cybele is designed primarily for healthcare providers — including physicians, pharmacists, midwives, and nurses — who need quick, reliable guidance when prescribing or dispensing medications to pregnant or breastfeeding patients.
Parents and patients are also welcome to use Cybele as an educational resource, but we recommend always discussing any medication-related questions with your healthcare provider.
Yes. All information on Cybele is free to access. Cybele is a non-profit initiative and relies entirely on donations and institutional support to continue its work.
Content may be freely reproduced for educational and non-profit purposes within Belgium, provided proper attribution to Cybele and VUB is given.
Cybele aims to update its medication database on a regular, ongoing basis as new evidence emerges, guidelines are revised, or new medications become available. Our expert team continuously monitors scientific literature and regulatory updates.
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Go to the Medication Database page and type the medication name or active ingredient into the search field. Results update automatically as you type.
You can search by:
The pregnancy safety categories are adapted from the international classification system and provide a quick-reference risk assessment:
For a full explanation, see our Medication Safety Ratings page.
If you cannot find a medication in our database, it may not yet have been added or evaluated. You can:
Yes. Each medication entry in the Cybele database includes both pregnancy and breastfeeding safety information where available. Our Breastfeeding Hub also provides curated guidelines for treating common conditions during lactation.
The Pregnancy Hub is a curated portal that brings together existing, recognised clinical guidelines for common conditions and symptoms that arise during pregnancy — organised by trimester and condition type.
It gives healthcare providers quick access to the most up-to-date, evidence-based treatment advice in a single location.
The Breastfeeding Hub compiles existing national and international guidelines for treating illnesses and symptoms during breastfeeding. Each entry includes practical treatment advice and safety considerations for both mother and infant.
No. Cybele compiles, evaluates, and curates existing guidelines from recognised national and international health authorities and scientific bodies. We do not create primary guidelines ourselves.
Our added value is in synthesising and making these guidelines easily accessible in a single, consistent format. Read more about Cybele's working method.
Yes. Cybele supports multiple languages. Use the language switcher in the top-right corner of any page to select your preferred language. Currently supported languages include English, French, and Dutch.
Yes. Cybele content may be freely reproduced for educational and non-profit purposes within Belgium. Our Downloads page also offers printable resources and reference cards designed for clinical use.
If you believe any information on Cybele is incorrect, outdated, or incomplete, please contact us. We take accuracy very seriously and will review any reported issues promptly.
Cybele is a non-profit initiative and depends on donations to continue its work. You can support us by donating via the Cybele Fund at VUB.
You can also help by spreading the word to colleagues who might benefit from our resources, or by subscribing to our newsletter.
