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Gynaecology & Obstetrics Drugs in Pregnancy f3717ccf

In a pregnant woman, all can be given for SLE, EXCEPT:

A
Methotrexate
B
Sulfasalazine
C
Hydroxychloroquine
D
Prednisone
High-Yield Explanation
Methotrexate Category X drug (FDA), highly Teratogenic. Should avoid during pregnancy, if there is a risk of becoming pregnant, or if they are breastfeeding. Can be toxic to the embryo and can cause fetal defects and spontaneous aboion. Females should discontinue use for at least 1 ovulatory cycle before conception and the male patients should stop taking methotrexate at least 3 months prior to a planned conception.

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