Dimethyl fumarate
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21 September 2020
Safety in Lactation: Other immunomodulating drugs
Several drugs in this section (dimethyl fumerate, interferon beta, fingolimod, glatiramer, natalizumab) are used in multiple sclerosis (MS) but are not normally interchangeable as they… Bacillus Calmette-Guerin Canakinumab Dimethyl fumarate Fingolimod Glatiramer Interferon alfa Lenalidomide Natalizumab Peginterferon alfa-2aMedicine Compliance Aid Stability
TecfideraBiogen
Biogen
Tecfidera
Capsules e/c 120mg, 240mg
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Protect from light
Protect from light
22 September 2015
Lactation Safety Information
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No published evidence of safety
Significant amounts anticipated in milk, although unlikely to accumulate in the infant due to the drugs properties
Monitor infant for flushing, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, and nausea
1 August 2017