Is MK 462 free base Safe in Breastfeeding
Question
I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use MK 462 free base? Is MK 462 free base safe for nursing mother and child? Does MK 462 free base extracts into breast milk? Does MK 462 free base has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can MK 462 free base influence milk supply or can MK 462 free base decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?
MK 462 free base lactation summary
- DrLact safety Score for MK 462 free base is 3 out of 8 which is considered Low Risk as per our analyses.
- A safety Score of 3 indicates that usage of MK 462 free base may cause some minor side effects in breastfed baby.
- Our study of different scientific research indicates that MK 462 free base may cause moderate to no side effects in lactating mother.
- Most of scientific studies and research papers declaring usage of MK 462 free base low risk in breastfeeding are based on normal dosage and may not hold true for higher dosage.
- While using MK 462 free base 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 MK 462 free base usage in lactation
On latest update relevant data on breastfeeding was not found. Similar to Sumitriptan composition which is known to have a low excretion into breast milk.
Answer by DrLact: About MK 462 free base usage in lactation
No published experience exists with MK 462 free base during breastfeeding. If MK 462 free base is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding; however, an alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.
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