Auvelity (dextromethorphan/bupropion) is a prescription drug that’s used to treat depression in adults. The drug comes as an oral tablet. Auvelity is not safe to take during pregnancy and is not recommended while breastfeeding.
Keep reading to learn more about Auvelity and reproductive health. And for a detailed overview of this drug, check out this article.
Auvelity is not safe to take during pregnancy. If you’re pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor about other medications that may be better options for you.
If you become pregnant while taking Auvelity, contact your doctor right away. They’ll likely recommend switching to a different treatment for depression.
Pregnancy registry
If you become pregnant while taking Auvelity, consider enrolling in the National Pregnancy Registry for Antidepressants. A pregnancy registry collects information about the effects of a medication when used during pregnancy. To learn more or sign up, visit the registry website or talk with your doctor.
Depression and pregnancy
It’s important to note that untreated depression during pregnancy can have serious consequences for both the pregnant person and their child.
If you’re pregnant, stopping Auvelity treatment without switching to a different drug to treat your depression may make it more likely that your depression will return or worsen.
If you’re currently breastfeeding or planning to do so, it’s important to understand the effects that Auvelity could have on you or the child who is breastfed.
You should not breastfeed while taking Auvelity and for 5 days after your last dose. If you’re breastfeeding or plan to do so, talk with your doctor about your options.
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