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Medicines macitentanQuestion & answer

macitentan · Medicine question

Can macitentan be taken during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

Answer

No. It is contraindicated during pregnancy; reliable contraception and regular pregnancy testing are required where pregnancy is possible.

Sources for this answer

Opsumit 10mg film coated tablets (Great Britain)emc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 28

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