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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
Has a boxed warning regarding the risk of using this drug during pregnancy. A boxed warning is the strongest warning required by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Boxed warnings alert doctors and patients about drug effects that may be dangerous.Zestril can cause harm to a developing fetus if it’s used during pregnancy. Using the drug during pregnancy can lead to low levels of amniotic fluid. And this can cause skeletal deformities and lung problems for the fetus. In addition, using Zestril during pregnancy can also result in a miscarriage.Stop taking Zestril and tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant while using this drug. And if you’re considering becoming pregnant, talk with your doctor about treatment options other than Zestril.It isn’t safe to take Zestril during pregnancy. If you’re sexually active and you or your partner can become pregnant, talk with your doctor about your birth control needs while you’re using Zestril.For more information about taking Zestril during pregnancy, see the “Zestril and pregnancy” section above.It’s recommended that you don’t breastfeed while you’re using Zestril.Animal studies have shown that Zestril may pass into the breast milk of females taking the drug. Keep in mind that animal studies don’t always predict what will happen in humans. But it’s best to avoid breastfeeding while taking this drug because it may have an effect on a child who’s breastfed.If you’re breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed while taking Zestril, talk with your doctor about the risks and benefits.This drug comes with several
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