Experts do not know whether Dupixent is safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding stages. Outweighing the risks associated with not treating your condition may determine whether a doctor recommends you to take the drug during this time.
If you can become pregnant, it’s important to consider whether you need to adjust or swap Dupixent with another drug. Only a healthcare professional can provide you with this advice based on your specific health needs.
Dupixent’s clinical trials and studies did not report any risks of birth defects, miscarriage, or other adverse effects for the parent and fetus. However, no reports do not necessarily equal no risk.
A doctor may assess your individual risks of continuing or discontinuing Dupixent for the condition you take it for. For example, untreated asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) during pregnancy may also carry certain risks.
If you’re planning a pregnancy or can become pregnant, it’s important to discuss the potential effects of Dupixent with a doctor before starting or continuing on this medication.
If you’re nursing a baby or planning to do so, it’s important to consider how Dupixent may affect you or the child.
It’s important to talk with a doctor and a pediatrician before taking this medication.
Dupixent has not been reported to interact with or affect the effectiveness of any birth control methods. However, this does not mean that interactions could not happen.
If you’re sexually active and you or your partner can become pregnant, a doctor can provide guidance tailored to your birth control needs and preferences while you’re taking Dupixent.
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