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Is fenofibrate safe for pregnant or breast feeding women?

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No: This medicine is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 7/22/2013

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Dr. ARMAN Askari answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Cardiology

Class C pregnancy: Means use it if benefits outweigh risks. Minimal research done on the subject. It is not recommended for breast feeding women. Ask your doctor how important it is to continue and if there are any alternatives.

Answered 1/15/2013

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