Pregnancy after treatment
Some antihypertensives are not used in pregnancy, so a switch is planned in advance. Pre-existing hypertension raises the risk of pre-eclampsia, and low-dose aspirin is often recommended in pregnancy for prevention on medical advice.
Also known as: high blood pressure, pre-eclampsia risk
Related Canada guides
Sources
- Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) patient information
Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.