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Will Taking Acthar Affect Fertility Or A Pregnancy?

I am 35 and have had fertility problems in the passed. Have not tried to get pregnant in 14years but will be attempting in the next 6mo but I was also recently diagnosed with a rheumatic condition (Systemic Dermatomyositis) and have been perscribed Acthar which I am scheduled to start soon. What I would like to know is if this drug will affect my fertility or pregnancy.
Fri, 30 Jun 2017
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You need to take that tablet for your condition. It will not affect your conception.
Continue that tablet after you are pregnant also.
Start tb folic acid 5 mg now as you are trying to conceive.
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Will Taking Acthar Affect Fertility Or A Pregnancy?

You need to take that tablet for your condition. It will not affect your conception. Continue that tablet after you are pregnant also. Start tb folic acid 5 mg now as you are trying to conceive.