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What pregnancy testing is recommended before and during ambrisentan treatment in women of childbearing potential?

Name: What pregnancy testing is recommended before and during ambrisentan treatment in women of childbearing potential?
Published: 2026-11-08T01:33:27.566Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Women of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test before starting ambrisentan and practise reliable contraception, with monthly pregnancy tests recommended during treatment.

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Volibris 5 mg film coated tabletsGlaxoSmithKline UK · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 28Document updated 15 January 2026

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