Expect Questions About Statin Use in Pregnant Patients

September 2021

You'll hear controversy about whether statins are okay to use in pregnant patients.

This is coming up because labelling for statins in the U.S. will no longer say they're contraindicated during pregnancy.

Experts say benefits may outweigh risks in a very small group of pregnant patients...but they still advise against routine use in pregnancy.

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Table of Contents

Contraceptives Nextstellis Will Be a New Oral Contraceptive
Practice Take Steps to Protect Yourself From Overuse Injuries
Statins Expect Questions About Statin Use in Pregnant Patients
Dermatology Be Prepared to Dispense Duobrii for Psoriasis
Communication Optimize Communication With Prescriber Offices
Diabetes Gather Info to Help Guide Diabetes Med Use During a Fast
Med Safety Watch for Med Errors With OTCs That Have Similar Brand Names
Compounding Know the Right Way to Weigh Nonliquids
Fever Listen for Questions About Treating Fever in Children