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Hi dr, can i ask if propycil 50mg safe for pregnancy to treat hyperthyroidism?
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Yes in early pregncy: Propylthiourucil (ptu) is the preferred drug during the first trimester, after that Methimazole is safer. It is recommended that the lowest effective dose be used.
Answered 10/24/2016
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