<p>Pregnancy Category C. There are no adequate and well controlled studies in pregnant women. Dapsone should be used during pregnancy only if the potential beneft justifes the potential risk to the fetus.<br />
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Although systemic absorption of Dapsone following topical application of Dapsone is minimal relative to oral Dapsone administration, it is known that Dapsone is excreted in human milk. Because of the potential for oral Dapsone to cause adverse reactions in nursing infants, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue Dapsone, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.</p>