Immunosuppressive drugs and fertility

Conclusion: At the time of prescription, patients must be informed of the possible consequences of immunosuppressants on fertility and of the need for contraception. Pregnancy must be planned and the treatment modified if necessary in a pre-conception time period adapted to the half-life of the drug, imperatively in relation with the prescriber of the immunosuppressive drugs.

Source: Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases - October 21, 2015 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Clara LeroyJean-Marc RigotMaryse LeroyChristine DecanterKristell Le MapihanAnne-Sophie ParentAnne-Claire Le GuillouIbrahim Yakoub-AghaSébastien DharancyChristian NoelMarie-Christine Vantyghem Source Type: research