AndroGel and pregnancy: what we know
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are special periods where every medication choice deserves careful review. AndroGel (Testosterone) is no exception. The prescribing information for Testosterone provides specific guidance, and the right decision depends on the indication, alternatives, gestational stage and the woman's overall medical picture.
Pregnancy safety data for AndroGel
According to the prescribing information for Testosterone, the available human data in pregnancy may be limited, supportive, or restrictive depending on the molecule. Some Hormones and Birth Control agents are routinely used in pregnancy when needed; others are avoided. The risk-benefit calculation includes the importance of treating the underlying condition and the consequences of leaving it untreated.
Breastfeeding considerations
Breastfeeding considerations are usually separate from pregnancy considerations. Some active ingredients pass into breast milk in negligible amounts; others are present at levels that warrant caution. Testosterone in AndroGel is absorbed through skin, with about 10% of the applied dose entering systemic circulation. The prescriber weighs the benefit of breastfeeding, the importance of AndroGel, and the availability of alternative therapies.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take AndroGel during pregnancy? ▾
Whether AndroGel can be taken in pregnancy depends on the active ingredient Testosterone, the indication and the gestational stage. The prescribing information should be consulted, and any pregnancy or planned pregnancy should be discussed with the prescriber before starting or continuing AndroGel at 1%, 1.62%.
Will AndroGel affect my baby? ▾
Effects on the fetus or breastfed infant depend on whether the active ingredient Testosterone crosses the placenta or enters breast milk and at what concentrations. Most decisions are individualised; some women continue AndroGel during pregnancy when benefits clearly outweigh known risks, others switch.
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