It’s not known whether Repatha (evolocumab) is safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding. Certain factors may determine whether you should use the drug during this time.
It’s not known whether it’s safe to use Repatha during pregnancy.
Repatha is a type of medication called a monoclonal antibody. This type of drug can pass from a pregnant person to a fetus, especially in the later months of pregnancy. In animal studies, evolocumab (the active ingredient in Repatha) was shown to cross the placental barrier. But animal studies don’t always predict what will occur in humans. If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor about this potential risk.
Repatha is used to treat high cholesterol and reduce the risk of serious health problems in certain people with heart disease. It’s important to note that not treating your condition during pregnancy may also carry certain risks.
Because of this, you and your doctor should discuss the risks and benefits of taking Repatha while pregnant versus not treating your condition during pregnancy.
Pregnancy safety study
If you do become pregnant while receiving Repatha, you or your doctor can notify the manufacturer’s pregnancy safety study. This study collects information from people who have taken certain medications during pregnancy. The data helps determine whether Repatha may be safe to take during pregnancy.
To learn more, call 800-772-6436 or visit the study website.
If you’re currently breastfeeding or planning to do so, it’s important to understand the effects that Repatha could have on you or the child who is breastfed.
It’s not known whether it’s safe to use Repatha while breastfeeding. It’s not known whether the drug passes into breast milk or what effect (if any) the drug could have on a child who is breastfed.
If you have questions about breastfeeding during your Repatha treatment, talk with your doctor.
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