Warnings

Typically, dexamethasone is not advised during pregnancy. In the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, difficulties have occasionally been related to steroids. The growth of your unborn child when you are pregnant may also be impacted by taking them frequently or in high doses. If your doctor decides the advantages exceed the risks, they may recommend dexamethasone for you. You will undergo more frequent examinations to monitor your baby's development if dexamethasone is required while you are pregnant.

Dexamethasone is often safe to use while nursing. Dexamethasone can, however, enter breast milk. Obtain advice regarding nursing while taking this medication from your doctor or health visitor. For this reason, refrain from breastfeeding or expressing milk for at least 3 hours after taking your medication. Your baby might require monitoring if you're taking a large dose. This is to ensure that the medication does not have any negative side effects on them. Speak to your health visitor or doctor if you notice your baby is not feeding as well as normal, seems particularly tired, or if you have any other worries about your baby.