Skyrizi is a brand-name drug prescribed for certain types of autoimmune conditions. It contains the active ingredient risankizumab-rzaa. It isn’t known whether Skyrizi is safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Keep reading for specific information about reproductive health and Skyrizi. For a comprehensive look at Skyrizi, see this article.
It isn’t known whether Skyrizi is safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown some risk to the fetus when Skyrizi is given to a pregnant female. However, animal studies don’t always predict what will happen with humans.
Talk with your doctor right away if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant while using Skyrizi.
It’s not known whether Skyrizi passes into breast milk. If you’re considering Skyrizi treatment while breastfeeding, talk with your doctor about the benefits and risks.
It’s not known whether Skyrizi is safe to use during pregnancy. If you’re sexually active and you or your partner can become pregnant, talk with your doctor about your birth control options while you’re using Skyrizi.
For more information about taking Skyrizi during pregnancy, see the “Skyrizi and pregnancy” section.
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