Mebrofenin Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Brand names: Choletec

Mebrofenin Pregnancy Warnings

FDA pregnancy category: C

Use mebrofenin only if clearly needed and benefit outweighs potential risk.

Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted.

It is not known whether Tc99m mebrofenin can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or if it can affect reproductive capacity.

FDA pregnancy category C: Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.

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Mebrofenin Breastfeeding Warnings

Breast-feeding is not recommended.

Excreted into human milk: Yes
Excreted into animal milk: Unknown

The effects in the nursing infant are unknown.

The manufacturer recommends substitution of formula feedings for breast feedings.

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Further information

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