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Breastfeeding and medications is the description of the medications that can be used by a breastfeeding mother, and the balance between maternal health and the safety of the breastfeeding infant. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] Medications, when administered to breastfeeding mothers, almost always are transferred to breast milk, albeit usually in small quantities ...
Dopamine agonists are currently the preferred medication for suppressing lactation, which work by suppressing prolactin production. [3] Cabergoline (Dostinex™) is currently most effective option currently available, as it is available as a single dose (as opposed to bromocriptine which must be taken twice daily for 2 weeks.) [4] It may be prescribed in the case of breast abscess.
Use appears to be safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding. [6] How it works is unclear but is believed to involve binding to the ulcer and protecting it from further damage. [3] [6] Sucralfate was approved for medical use in the United States in 1981. [3] It is available as a generic medication.
Safety in pregnancy is not clear; however, the medication may be used if others are not possible. [6] It is believed to be safe for use during breastfeeding. [6] Artesunate and amodiaquine are both antimalarial medication; however, work by different mechanisms. [6] Artesunate/amodiaquine was commercially launched in 2007. [7]
Medications that are mostly non-protein bound, low in molecular weight, and highly lipid-soluble are more likely to enter the breast milk in larger quantities. [97] Some drugs have no effect on the baby and can be used whilst breastfeeding, while other medications may be dangerous and harmful to the infant. [98] [97]
It is unclear if use in pregnancy is safe and use when breastfeeding may result in side effects in the baby. [5] It works by decreasing contractions of the bowel. [2] The combination was approved for medical use in the United States in 1960. [4] It is available as a generic medication. [2]
However, repeated episodes prompted further investigation by a mastologist, who suggested that the galactorrhea could be linked to the mother’s antidepressant medication, specifically sertraline and quetiapine. Although these medications are generally considered safe during breastfeeding, they can still affect the infant.
These effects can interfere with breastfeeding and the care of the infant. [13] The pain from injection sites and possible episiotomy is managed by the frequent assessment of the report of pain from the mother. Pain can come from possible lacerations, incisions, uterine contractions and sore nipples. Appropriate medications are usually ...