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Can fulvestrant be used during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Fulvestrant (Faslodex) is contraindicated during pregnancy; if pregnancy occurs during treatment, the patient must be informed of the potential hazard to the foetus and risk of pregnancy loss.

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Faslodex 250 mg solution for injectionAstraZeneca UK Limited · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 28Document updated 6 March 2026

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