113 Balaam Street, Plaistow London E13 8AF Tel: 020 8472 1238, email:-newccg.balaamstreet@nhs.net
Dear Patient,
You have been identified as being prescribed Carbimazole. Please read the following:
Carbimazole is associated with an increased risk of congenital malformations, especially when administered in the first trimester of pregnancy and at high doses. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment with Carbimazole.
Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during treatment with Carbimazole – see FSRH statement on contraception for women using known teratogenic drugs or drugs with potential teratogenic effects. The Patient Information Leaflet advises patients to tell their doctor straight away if they think they may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby.
Please contact the surgery if there are any issues or concerns.
Thank you
Balaam St SurgeryCarbimazole: increased risk of congenital malformations; strengthened advice on contraception - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)