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I am taking folitrax 5mg (15mg in a week) for psoriasis as suggested by my dermatologist. I am recently married, can I take it as usual during my sexual intercourse. Will it have any effects on pregnancy of my wife.
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Two issues
1. Can decrease sperm this decreasing conceiving chances
2. Hazard to pregnancy- conflicting research.
Better to consult your dermatologist and change accordingly.
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It is safer to discontinue folitrax for 3 months before planning pregnancy as there is a theoretical risk. You can go for other alternative medicines for psoriasis.
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