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Should I get an oxymorphone injection while pregnant?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
If you are pregnant or plan to get pregnant, you should use caution before taking oxymorphone injections. Studies have not proven whether the injections are safe for pregnant women, so talk to your doctor. Discuss the risks and benefits of receiving the oxymorphone injection as well as other options.

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