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Can setmelanotide be started during pregnancy or while trying to conceive?

Name: Can setmelanotide be started during pregnancy or while trying to conceive?
Published: 2026-11-08T14:27:42.762Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Imcivree (setmelanotide) should not be started during pregnancy or while trying to conceive as a precaution, because weight loss during pregnancy may cause foetal harm.

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IMCIVREE 10 mg/ml solution for injectionRhythm Pharmaceutical UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 10Document updated 18 August 2026

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