Sulindac Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings

Sulindac is also known as: Clinoril

Overview

Sulindac may cause harm to the fetus. Do not use it during the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Sulindac while you are pregnant. It is not known if Sulindac is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Sulindac .

Sulindac Pregnancy Warnings

Sulindac has not been formally assigned to a pregnancy category by the FDA. Animal studies have revealed evidence of decreased fetal weight and an increase in the number of pup deaths. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. While there are no reports linking the use of sulindac in pregnancy with birth defects, use late in pregnancy may cause premature closure of the ductus arteriosus and prolong labor and delivery. Sulindac should only be given during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk. Sulindac should be avoided near term.

Sulindac Lactation Warnings

There are no data on the excretion of sulindac into human milk. The manufacturer recommends against nursing while the patient is receiving sulindac.

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