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Is it safe to take prednisone whlie pregnant?

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Yes: Prednisone does not cross into the baby and therefore is safe to the baby. Check with your doctor to review the pros and cons for you taking the medication.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 3/30/2016

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Yes to some extent.: It can worsen some problems that occur with pregnancy, including gestational diabetes, and also hypertension. Because it induces Insulin resistance, large babies are more common.

Answered 6/25/2014

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