RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS-MANAGEMENT (DRUGS IN PREGNANCY)

SUMMARY

1. Hydroxychloroquine and sulfasalazine are allowed during pregnancy.

2. Azathioprine, IVIG, cyclosporine A, and cyclophosphamide are relatively contraindicated (weigh risks vs. benefit).

3. Methotrexate, leflunomide, and mycophenolate mofetil are absolute contraindications.

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