[Safety of rheumatic disease drugs at childbearing age].

The aim of this study is to determine the safety of commonly prescribed antirheumatic drugs at childbearing age, in pregnancy and lactation, through systematic literature review. Patients who take cytotoxic drugs should be informed of the risks of impared fertility. During pregnancy, non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can be safely administered until gestational week 32. Acetaminophen and low to moderate doses of corticosteroids are safe. Among, the disease-modifying agents, antimalarial agents, sulfasalazine, azathioprine and ciclosporin are compatible with pregnancy, and can be administered until birth. Paracetamol, prednison, antimalarial agents, sulfasalazine and most NSAIDs can safely be used by lactating mothers. To ensure a favourable outcome for both the mother and the child, the pregnancy should be planned, started during a period of disease stability, monitored closely and treated as needed.