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aflibercept · Medicine question

Is breastfeeding recommended during treatment with Eylea (aflibercept)?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Eylea (aflibercept) as a precautionary measure.

Sources for this answer

Eylea 40mg/ml solution for injection in a vialBayer plc · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 23Document updated 11 March 2025

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