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Medicines leflunomideQuestion & answer

leflunomide · Medicine question

Is leflunomide contraindicated during breastfeeding?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Yes, leflunomide is contraindicated in breastfeeding women.

Sources for this answer

Leflunomide 20 mg Film-coated TabletsSandoz Limited · emc · SmPC §4.3 Contraindications · Version 15Document updated 22 July 2025

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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