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How safe is irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide if I am pregnant?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide, when prescribed as a combination pill to treat high blood pressure, is not safe for women who are pregnant, as it may harm the fetus. If you become pregnant while taking irbesartan and hydrochlorothiazide, call your doctor immediately. You should also talk to your doctor about taking this drug while breastfeeding.

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