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Nilutamide Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Brand names: Nilandron

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 5, 2025.

Nilutamide Pregnancy Warnings

This drug is not indicated for use in female patients.

AU TGA pregnancy category: Not assigned
US FDA pregnancy category: C

There are insufficient animal toxicity data. 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.

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Nilutamide Breastfeeding Warnings

This drug is not indicated for use in female patients.

Excreted into human milk: Unknown
Excreted into animal milk: Data not available

Comments: The effects in the nursing infant are unknown.

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See also

References for pregnancy information

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Nilandron (nilutamide)." Hoechst Marion Roussel
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

References for breastfeeding information

  1. (2001) "Product Information. Nilandron (nilutamide)." Hoechst Marion Roussel
  2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."

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