Question

I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)-? Is Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- safe for nursing mother and child? Does Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- extracts into breast milk? Does Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- influence milk supply or can Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?

Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- lactation summary

Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- is safe in breastfeeding
  • DrLact safety Score for Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- is 1 out of 8 which is considered Safe as per our analyses.
  • A safety Score of 1 indicates that usage of Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- is mostly safe during lactation for breastfed baby.
  • Our study of different scientific research also indicates that Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- does not cause any serious side effects in breastfeeding mothers.
  • Most of scientific studies and research papers declaring usage of Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- safe in breastfeeding are based on normal dosage and may not hold true for higher 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 Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- usage in lactation

No untoward effect has been described. Check-up for irritability, insomnia or tachycardia.

Answer by DrLact: About Theophylline, 7-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)- usage in lactation

Because of the relatively high levels in milk and a previous report with theophylline, occasional stimulant effects in infants should be anticipated in breastfed infants. No severe adverse reactions are expected. Amounts in milk can be minimized by avoiding breastfeeding for 3 to 4 hours after a dose.
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