Are dantrolene sodium (Dantrium) capsules contraindicated during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Yes, dantrolene sodium (Dantrium) capsules are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Dantrium 25mg CapsulesNorgine Limited · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 14Document updated 16 April 2025

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dantrolene sodium · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

The answer

Yes, dantrolene sodium (Dantrium) capsules are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Dantrium 25mg CapsulesNorgine Limited · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 14Document updated 16 April 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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