Ask a neurologist: How do I manage my MS medications during conception and pregnancy?

In this series of ‘Ask a neurologist’ videos, Associate Professor Anneke Van Der Walt discusses medication adjustments required during family planning with MS, risks associated with continuing or stopping MS drugs when trying to conceive, and how to manage medication throughout pregnancy. She specifically details which MS drugs to avoid, the safe ones to continue, and how to adjust dosages during pregnancy.

Associate Professor Anneke Van Der Walt is an MS neurologist, and Director of the Multiple Sclerosis and Neuroimmunology Unit & Neuro-ophthalmology Service at Alfred Health, Melbourne. Her research interests include women’s health.

You can view the other ‘Ask a neurologist’ videos:

This video is part of a comprehensive Women’s Health Resource designed for women living with MS, addressing key topics such as family planning & pregnancy, and menopause. This project was developed in collaboration with women living with MS.

⚠️The information presented in this video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The content is provided by a neurologist and is based on general knowledge and expertise. However, individual health conditions and needs vary, and you should always seek the advice from your own neurologist and healthcare team.