Mecamylamine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings
Brand names: Inversine, Vecamyl
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 25, 2024.
Mecamylamine Pregnancy Warnings
This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
US FDA pregnancy category: C
Animal studies have not been reported. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.
US 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.
Mecamylamine Breastfeeding Warnings
A decision should be made to discontinue breastfeeding or discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
Excreted into human milk: Data not available
Excreted into animal milk: Data not available
Comments: The effects in the nursing infant are unknown.
See also
References for pregnancy information
- (2001) "Product Information. Inversine (mecamylamine)." Merck & Co., Inc
References for breastfeeding information
- (2001) "Product Information. Inversine (mecamylamine)." Merck & Co., Inc
Further information
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