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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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   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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   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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   Can high blood pressure go away during pregnancy?

   • If you are diagnosed with high blood pressure before you become pregnant, or within the first 20 weeks of your pregnancy, you have chronic or ‘pre-existing’ hypertension. This is not caused by your pregnancy and usually will not go away once you have given birth. If you have chronic hypertension you are likely to be taking medicines already.

   Antenatal hypertension (high blood pressure in pregnancy) - Overview

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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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   Are Statins safe?

   • Statins are one of the most researched drugs, and there’s lots of reliable evidence showing they’re very safe and effective to take. This includes research funded by the British Heart Foundation. It’s important to find information that’s evidence-based and from a trusted source, such as the NHS and the British Heart Foundation.

   Statins – your questions answered - BHF - British Heart Foundation

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

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   High blood pressure, or hypertension, does not usually make you feel unwell, but it can sometimes be serious in pregnancy. Your midwife will check your blood pressure at all your antenatal (pregnancy) appointments.

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

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   You are likely to be at greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes if you have high levels of sugars and fats in your blood, are overweight and have high blood pressure. There is some evidence that atorvastatin can raise blood sugar in some people. If you are concerned speak to your doctor.

5. www.nhs.uk › conditions › statinsStatins - NHS

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   Oct 3, 2018 · Statins come as tablets that are taken once a day. Your dose will depend on why you need the medicine, your cholesterol levels, and other medicines you're taking. Your GP may increase your statins to the maximum dose. This helps to manage your cholesterol levels and prevent cardiovascular disease. For some types of statin it does not matter ...

6. 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.

7. 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.

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. cks.nice.org.uk › topics › hypercholesterolaemiaStatins (atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, and simvastatin) - CKS

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   Interruption of lipid-modifying drug treatment may be appropriate for women with FH who wish to conceive, whereas some women, such as those at very high risk of cardiovascular events during pregnancy, may benefit from continued treatment.