Paternal exposure to antirheumatic drugs —What physicians should know: Review of the literature

Reproduction capacity and long-term preserved hormonal function are important aspects with big impacts on patients ’ quality of life. Updated information on the interaction between drug therapy and reproductive function is essential when discussing family planning with patients. Currently, limited data is published regarding paternal exposure to different medications. Thus, it may be a challenge for the practi tioner to choose the right therapy for a young male patient. Therefore we reviewed the literature, for effects of antirheumatic drugs on male gonadal function with a focus on spermatogenesis and offspring.
Source: Seminars in Arthritis and Rheumatism - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Source Type: research