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Can I use Patanol if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy

Make sure that the doctor who will prescribe Patanol for you knows that you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Together you will be able to weigh the benefits against the risks to your unborn baby. Studies have not confirmed whether there is a risk of passing the medication to the baby through your milk.

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