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Can I Take Medication During Pregnancy?
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I currently take 2.5mg of ramipril daily as I have moderate heart valve regurgitation and will one day have to undergo heart valve surgery. I also take 10mg of propranolol twice a day to prevent migraines, though my cardiologist said this has benefits for my heart too. I'm looking to start a family, and have been told that I will need to 'wean off' ramipril before getting pregnant. Do you know how long it will take to wean off 2.5mg of ramipril? Also, can I still take propranolol during pregnancy? I know there is a lot of risk involved; my partner and are continuously discussing the pros / cons!
I weigh 9 stones, I', 5"7 and I'm 25yrs old.
Thank you.
I currently take 2.5mg of ramipril daily as I have moderate heart valve regurgitation and will one day have to undergo heart valve surgery. I also take 10mg of propranolol twice a day to prevent migraines, though my cardiologist said this has benefits for my heart too. I'm looking to start a family, and have been told that I will need to 'wean off' ramipril before getting pregnant. Do you know how long it will take to wean off 2.5mg of ramipril? Also, can I still take propranolol during pregnancy? I know there is a lot of risk involved; my partner and are continuously discussing the pros / cons!
I weigh 9 stones, I', 5"7 and I'm 25yrs old.
Thank you.
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Sat, 15 Mar 2014
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It's not safe to take Ramipril in pregnancy.
it causes decreased fluid in womb and kidney problem in the unborn child.
Propranolol on the other hand is safe. Talk to your doctor and change your medication before attempting conception
it causes decreased fluid in womb and kidney problem in the unborn child.
Propranolol on the other hand is safe. Talk to your doctor and change your medication before attempting conception
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