Finasteride During Pregnancy (Cont.)

Can Finasteride Be Used by My Partner While I Am Pregnant?

It appears that when finasteride is used by the male partner during pregnancy, no problems with the fetus will occur as a result of finasteride. This is based on data that looked at doses up to 120 times the amount of finasteride found in semen. These studies were conducted in monkeys, a species that closely resembles humans when looking at fetal development. As discussed above, if your partner is using finasteride, it is extremely important that you do not touch any broken or crushed finasteride tablets. Unbroken tablets are safe because they have a protective coating.
 

Recommendations for Using Finasteride During Pregnancy

First of all, finasteride has not been approved for any use in women. Secondly, taking finasteride during pregnancy can cause birth defects. Therefore, if you are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, let your healthcare provider know immediately. You should not take finasteride if you are or may become pregnant.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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