Question

I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use HSDB 8207? Is HSDB 8207 safe for nursing mother and child? Does HSDB 8207 extracts into breast milk? Does HSDB 8207 has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can HSDB 8207 influence milk supply or can HSDB 8207 decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?

Answer by DrLact: About HSDB 8207 usage in lactation

Because no information is available on the use of HSDB 8207 during breastfeeding, an alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

HSDB 8207 Possible Effects in Breastfeeding

HSDB 8207 causes minimal increases in serum prolactin.[1][2] The prolactin level in a mother with established lactation may not affect her ability to breastfeed.
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