Question

I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use Azatadine Maleate? Is Azatadine Maleate safe for nursing mother and child? Does Azatadine Maleate extracts into breast milk? Does Azatadine Maleate has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can Azatadine Maleate influence milk supply or can Azatadine Maleate decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?

Azatadine Maleate lactation summary

Azatadine Maleate usage has low risk in breastfeeding
  • DrLact safety Score for Azatadine Maleate is 3 out of 8 which is considered Low Risk as per our analyses.
  • A safety Score of 3 indicates that usage of Azatadine Maleate may cause some minor side effects in breastfed baby.
  • Our study of different scientific research indicates that Azatadine Maleate may cause moderate to no side effects in lactating mother.
  • Most of scientific studies and research papers declaring usage of Azatadine Maleate low risk in breastfeeding are based on normal dosage and may not hold true for higher dosage.
  • While using Azatadine Maleate We suggest monitoring child for possible reactions. It is also important to understand that side effects vary largely based on age of breastfed child and time of medication in addition to dosage.
  • Score calculated using the DrLact safety Version 1.2 model, this score ranges from 0 to 8 and measures overall safety of drug in lactation. Scores are primarily calculated using publicly available case studies, research papers, other scientific journals and publically available data.

Answer by Dr. Ru: About Azatadine Maleate usage in lactation

It is a first generation antihistaminic and pyperidine drug with a mild sedative and anticholinergic effect that may inhibit lactation. Follow-up for sedation and feeding ability of the infant. Bed-sharing is not recommended for mothers who are taking this medication.

Alternate Drugs for Antihistamines for systemic use. ATC R06A.

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