humira and pregnancy

[Annie]

My boyfriend is currently taking humira for his arthritis and to clear up his skin condition. I wanna know if I accidentally get pregnant with there be any birth side affect for the child???

[tinmuning]

I'm not sure that Humira can be transmitted via the sperm that it can affect you or you child (in case you get pregnant). If you're not taking the drug, there's no chance for it to affect you or your child.

Humira may decrease sperm count so in case you plan on getting pregnant, this could be quite a concern.

Now since the topic is Humira & pregnancy, I'd give info on this as well, just in case other viewers are interested.

Very little research has been done on adalimumab (the generic drug of Humira) use during pregnancy. Few studies looking at adalimumab use during pregnancy have not shown an increased risk for birth defects. However, results from more studies are needed in order to determine if adalimumab is safe to use during pregnancy.