Pregnancy Breastfeeding And Fertility While Taking CarvedilolCarvedilol and pregnancyCarvedilol is not usually recommended if you're pregnant because similar medicines with more safety information are available. If you're trying to get pregnant or you're already pregnant, talk to your doctor about whether switching to another medicine, such as labetalol or nifedipine, is right for you. Carvedilol and breastfeedingIf your doctor, midwife or health visitor says your baby is healthy, it's OK to take carvedilol if you're breastfeeding. It's not known how much carvedilol gets into breast milk, but it's only likely to be low levels, and your baby will not be able to absorb a lot into their body from the breast milk. It's unlikely to cause any side effects in your baby. It's important to keep taking carvedilol to keep you well. Breastfeeding will also benefit both you and your baby. As a precaution, call 111 or talk to your health visitor, midwife, doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you have any concerns about your baby. This includes:
Carvedilol and fertilityThere's no evidence to suggest that taking carvedilol will reduce fertility in either men or women. If you're trying for a baby or having problems getting pregnant while on carvedilol, speak to your doctor. Tell your doctor if you're:
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