Multiple Sclerosis Medications for Pregnant Women
Certain medications can help people with multiple sclerosis alleviate symptoms, treat acute flare-ups, and slow the condition’s progression. For the first two purposes, it is often safe for pregnant women to take medications. For disease-modifying agents, you should stop taking them before trying to conceive. However, the risk of relapse can be higher when you stop taking natalizumab. There is limited research showing the safety of some medications during pregnancy. These include natalizumab, interferon preparations, glatiramer acetate, and dimethyl fumarate. Consult your doctor to weigh up the pros and cons of these medications before you become pregnant. [7]
