This sheet is about exposure to propylthiouracil (PTU) in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is propylthiouracil? Propylthiouracil (PTU) is a medication that has been used to treat hyperthyroidism (when the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone) and Graves’ disease (a common cause of hyperthyroidism). It lowers the amount of thyroid …
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Fact Sheet: Evolocumab (Repatha®)
This sheet is about exposure to evolocumab in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is evolocumab? Evolocumab is a prescription medication that has been used to lower the levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. It has been used to treat a type of inherited high cholesterol called familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) and a type of heart disease called atherosclerotic cardiovascular …
Fact Sheet: Teriflunomide (Aubagio®)
This sheet is about exposure to teriflunomide in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on published research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is teriflunomide? Teriflunomide is a prescription medication that has been used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS). It is marketed under the brand name Aubagio®. There is another medication, called leflunomide, which turns into teriflunomide in the body. For more …
Fact Sheet: Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
This sheet is about having hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information is based on research studies. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is hidradenitis suppurativa (HS)? Hidradenitis suppurativa is a condition that causes small, painful lumps to form under the skin. The lumps usually develop in areas where skin rubs against skin, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts. The lumps tend …
Fact Sheet: Amlodipine (Norvasc®)
This sheet is about exposure to amlodipine in pregnancy and while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. What is amlodipine? Amlodipine is a medication that has been used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is in a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. A brand name for amlodipine is Norvasc®. Sometimes when women find out they are pregnant, …
