Can I Take Arthritis Medication During Pregnancy? What's Safe?

Can I Take Arthritis Medication During Pregnancy? | What's Safe? Are you planning a pregnancy and wondering whether it's safe to continue your arthritis medication? Have you been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, or another autoimmune condition and are worried about the effects of your medication on your baby? The good news is that most women with inflammatory arthritis can have healthy pregnancies and healthy babies, but careful planning is essential. In this video, Consultant Rheumatologist Dr Naveen Bhadauria explains which DMARDs (Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs), biologic medications, steroids, and NSAIDs are generally considered safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, which medications should be stopped before conception, and why controlling inflammation is just as important as choosing the right treatment. Whether you're planning your first pregnancy, are already pregnant, or simply want to understand your options, this evidence-based guide will help you make informed decisions alongside your rheumatology team. Need Expert Rheumatology Advice Before Pregnancy? If you're planning a pregnancy and have rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, vasculitis or another autoimmune disease, book a private consultation with Dr Naveen Bhadauria, Consultant Rheumatologist at Pure Rheumatology London. 📧 Appointments & Enquiries: [email protected] 🌐 Website: https://www.purerheumatologylondon.co.uk In this video you'll learn: ✅ Can women with arthritis have healthy pregnancies? ✅ Why pregnancy planning is so important ✅ Which DMARDs are safe during pregnancy? ✅ Is methotrexate safe in pregnancy? ✅ What happens if you become pregnant while taking methotrexate? ✅ Is hydroxychloroquine safe during pregnancy? ✅ Can you continue sulfasalazine while pregnant? ✅ Which biologic medications are safe during pregnancy? ✅ Can you take steroids such as prednisolone during pregnancy? ✅ Are NSAIDs safe during pregnancy? ✅ Which medications should be stopped before conception? ✅ Which arthritis medications are safe while breastfeeding? ✅ Why rheumatoid arthritis often improves during pregnancy ✅ Why arthritis commonly flares after giving birth ✅ Can men taking arthritis medication safely father children? Planning a family while living with an autoimmune disease can feel overwhelming, but modern rheumatology has transformed pregnancy outcomes. Many women with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), lupus (SLE), psoriatic arthritis (PsA), ankylosing spondylitis (AS), Sjögren's syndrome, and other inflammatory diseases can safely continue selected medications throughout pregnancy under specialist supervision. In this video, Dr Bhadauria explains the latest evidence surrounding methotrexate, leflunomide, hydroxychloroquine, sulfasalazine, azathioprine, biologic therapies including anti-TNF medications, corticosteroids, NSAIDs and breastfeeding, helping patients understand how pregnancy planning and disease control work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby. Private Rheumatology Clinics 📍 The Shard – London Bridge 📍 One Welbeck - Marylebone 📍King's Oak Hospital, Enfield 📍 Spire London east, Woodford Subscribe for Expert Rheumatology Advice If you enjoy evidence-based videos about arthritis, autoimmune diseases, osteoporosis, pregnancy, biologics and rheumatology, don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss a new video. 🔔 New expert videos every week. Follow Pure Rheumatology London 📸 Instagram:   / purerheumatologylondon   📘 Facebook:   / purerheumatologylondon   🌐 Website: https://www.purerheumatologylondon.co.uk Recommended Videos ▶️ Methotrexate Explained: Everything You Need to Know ▶️ Why Do I Need Blood Tests on Methotrexate? ▶️ Positive CCP Antibody? Here's What It Really Means ▶️ Positive ANA Blood Test? Here's What It Really Means ▶️ Early Rheumatoid Arthritis: Symptoms You Must Never Ignore ▶️ Hydroxychloroquine Explained ▶️ Prednisolone Explained Disclaimer: This video is intended for educational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice. Pregnancy planning and medication decisions should always be made in partnership with your rheumatologist, GP and obstetric team. Never stop or start arthritis medication without discussing it with your healthcare professional. #Pregnancy #RheumatoidArthritis #PregnancyAndArthritis #DMARDs #Biologics #Methotrexate #Hydroxychloroquine #Sulfasalazine #Azathioprine #Breastfeeding #AutoimmuneDisease #Lupus #PsoriaticArthritis #AnkylosingSpondylitis #PregnancyPlanning #Rheumatology #ConsultantRheumatologist #PureRheumatologyLondon #DrNaveenBhadauria #InflammatoryArthritis #ArthritisMedication #FamilyPlanning #Women'sHealth #AutoimmunePregnancy #BiologicsPregnancy