|
Is it allowed to take CTLA4-Ig during lactation? |
|
|
Soluble fusion protein used for treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis and other autoimmune diseases. Its high molecular weight and protein structure reduces its secretion into breast milk and make absorption by the gastrointestinal tract unlikely. |
 |
Would you like to ask something else about CTLA4-Ig ? |
Types of risk
VERY LOW RISK
It is allowed while breastfeeding. It is not dangerous for a baby. It is moderately safe. more...
LOW RISK PROBABLE
Possible presence in breast milk is allowed. Follow the doctor's recommendation. more...
HIGH RISK PROBABLE
An unsafe drug, it is necessary to assess the risks while taking. Use safer analogs. more...
VERY HIGH RISK
It is not recommended. You need to stop breastfeeding or choose a safe analog. more...
Scientific literature
The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26750124
- http://rheumatology.oxfordjournals.org/content/early/2016/01/12/rheumatology.kev404.full.pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26888948
- http://ard.bmj.com/content/early/2016/02/17/annrheumdis-2015-208840.full.pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21985166
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21122553
- http://ecco-jcc.oxfordjournals.org/content/eccojc/4/5/493.full.pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18987777
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18504282
- http://rheumatology.oxfordjournals.org/content/47/suppl_3/iii28.full.pdf