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1. • • You shouldn’t take statins if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. There’s no firm evidence on whether it’s safe to do so. If you do become pregnant while taking statins, contact your GP for advice.
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   Why should I go to the hypertension in pregnancy clinic?

   • It's important that you come to the hypertension in pregnancy clinic early in your pregnancy so we can check you are getting the right treatment and that it is safe for your baby. Having high blood pressure in pregnancy means your blood pressure is more likely to become very high. This chance can be lowered by taking blood pressure medicines.

   Antenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy) - Overview

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   Can I get pregnant while taking statins?

   • You should also have a routine blood test to check the health of your liver 3 months after treatment begins, and again after 12 months. Statins should not be taken by anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, as there's no firm evidence on whether it's safe to do so. Contact a GP for advice if you become pregnant while taking statins.

   Statins - Considerations - NHS

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   What is antenatal hypertension?

   • Antenatal hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure during pregnancy. If you have hypertension, or are at risk of it, we offer specialist care to help look after you and your baby during your pregnancy. About 1 in 10 women have high blood pressure during pregnancy. If hypertension is not managed, your blood pressure can increase.

   Antenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy) - Overview

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   What are Statins & how do they work?

   • Statins are medicines that lower the level of cholesterol in your blood. This makes it less likely you will get heart disease or have a stroke. They help stop the build-up of cholesterol in the blood vessel walls that can lead to reduced blood flow or blockages. The most commonly used statin is called atorvastatin.

   Should I take a statin? - NICE

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   Can hypertensive disorders complicate pregnancy?

   • Several different hypertensive disorders can complicate pregnancy. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) uses the following working definitions. Hypertension: diastolic blood pressure of 90–109 mmHg and/or systolic blood pressure of 140–159 mmHg.

   Hypertension in pregnancy | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICE

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   Is it safe to take high blood pressure medication while pregnant?

   • This is because some medicines that treat high blood pressure may not be safe to take when you're pregnant. They can reduce the blood flow to the placenta and your baby, or affect your baby in other ways.

   High blood pressure (hypertension) and pregnancy - NHS

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3. www.nhs.uk › complications › high-blood-pressureHigh blood pressure (hypertension) and pregnancy - NHS

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   Pre-eclampsia is a condition that affects some pregnant women, typically after 20 weeks. It is a problem with the placenta that usually causes your blood pressure to rise. If left untreated, pre-eclampsia can be dangerous for you and your baby. Pre-eclampsia is more common if you had high blood pressure before becoming pregnant, if you had pre ...

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4. www.nhs.uk › conditions › statinsStatins - Considerations - NHS

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   Pregnancy and breastfeeding Statins should not be taken by anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, as there's no firm evidence on whether it's safe to do so. Contact a GP for advice if you become pregnant while taking statins.

5. www.nhs.uk › medicines › atorvastatinCommon questions about atorvastatin - NHS

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   You will still be protected from pregnancy, but this could increase your chances of side effects from contraceptive pills. If you have any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. If atorvastatin makes you have severe diarrhoea for more than 24 hours, your contraceptive pills may not protect you from pregnancy.

6. www.nice.org.uk › guidance › ng238Should I take a statin? - NICE

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   Statins are medicines that lower the level of cholesterol in your blood. This makes it less likely you will get heart disease or have a stroke. They help stop the build-up of cholesterol in the blood vessel walls that can lead to reduced blood flow or blockages. The most commonly used statin is called atorvastatin. Other statins include ...

7. www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk › health-informationAntenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy ...

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   Our clinic can support you if you have or are at risk of antenatal hypertension, and give advice about how it can affect your pregnancy (including the risk of preclampsia), treatment, checking your blood pressure at home, and planning your birth.

8. cks.nice.org.uk › topics › hypertension-in-pregnancyHypertension in pregnancy | Health topics A to Z | CKS - NICE

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   Several different hypertensive disorders can complicate pregnancy. The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) uses the following working definitions. Hypertension : diastolic blood pressure of 90–109 mmHg and/or systolic blood pressure of 140–159 mmHg.

9. www.bhf.org.uk › medical › drug-cabinetStatins – your questions answered - BHF

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   It’s important to find information that’s evidence-based and from a trusted source, such as the NHS and the British Heart Foundation. If you're unsure speak to your doctor, they can discuss it with you. Read about statins research and information on the myths and facts of statins.