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Research Notes on Pregnancy Drug Category C

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Pregnancy Drug Category C medications should be avoided during pregnancy.1 Drugs in this category have shown to cause harm to fetuses in animal studies.2 Although well-controlled research has not been performed on these drugs for the effects on pregnant humans, it is believed that there is a potential risk present.1

Fast Facts:

  • The U.S. Food and Drug Administration began classifying drugs based on their potential to cause harm during pregnancy in 1979.2
  • If your doctor recommends a drug from Pregnancy Drug Category C, ask if there is an alternative drug from categories A or B.2
  • Your doctor will determine if the benefits of taking a drug in this category outweigh the risks.1
  • Other drug categories include D and X.


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Research Notes References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 About.com: Pregnancy "Category C" Labeling
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 LoveToKnow: Pregnancy and FDA Drug Classifications

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