There is limited data on the risks of taking Kevzara during pregnancy. As with any other medication, however, it is critical to consult with your doctor before taking Kevzara if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Kevzara should only be administered to pregnant women if the potential benefit of the medication outweighs or justifies the potential risk to the fetus, according to the FDA.
Can Kevzara cause birth defects during pregnancy?
The FDA reports there is not enough data to determine whether or not Kevzara can cause birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Sarilumab, or, Kevzara, can cross through the placenta to the fetus during pregnancy.
Can Kevzara cause a miscarriage?
The FDA reports there is not enough data to determine whether or not Kevzara can cause a miscarriage if taken during pregnancy.
Kevzara, Labor and Delivery
Though there is not enough data to precisely determine the risks and safety of taking Kevzara during pregnancy, the FDA states that monoclonal antibodies, such as sarilumab (Kevzara), can transport through the placenta to the fetus during the third trimester. This transference could affect the immune response of the baby, and therefore, the administration of Kevzara during pregnancy should be determined by a medical professional.
Kevzara and Lactation
No data is available regarding the risk of humans taking Kevzara while breastfeeding, nor is their data available on the potential adverse effects of Kevzara on the breastfed infant or on breast milk production.
Ask your doctor before taking Kevzara while breastfeeding. Any other present medical conditions or medications you take could have an impact on the risk of taking the drug while breastfeeding. Further, the baby’s medical conditions and/or medications should also be taken into consideration before you take Kevzara.
Kevzara and Fertility
According to DailyMed, in animal studies with mice, fertility and reproductive performance were unaffected in both male and female mice treated with an analogous antibody.
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