Is Perhydrit Safe in Breastfeeding
Question
I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use Perhydrit? Is Perhydrit safe for nursing mother and child? Does Perhydrit extracts into breast milk? Does Perhydrit has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can Perhydrit influence milk supply or can Perhydrit decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?
Perhydrit lactation summary
- DrLact safety Score for Perhydrit is 1 out of 8 which is considered Safe as per our analyses.
- A safety Score of 1 indicates that usage of Perhydrit is mostly safe during lactation for breastfed baby.
- Our study of different scientific research also indicates that Perhydrit does not cause any serious side effects in breastfeeding mothers.
- Most of scientific studies and research papers declaring usage of Perhydrit 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 Perhydrit usage in lactation
Hydrogen peroxide and urea in equimolecular proportions.It acts by releasing hydrogen peroxide and oxygen in contact with moist surfaces.It is used as a tooth whitener, for the topical treatment of infections (skin and mucous membranes) and an ear wax softener. Since the last update we have not found published data about its excretion in breast milk. As it is a product which acts locally, the absorption of hydrogen peroxide is zero or minimal since it is metabolized by the peroxides and catalase of the tissues. Furthermore, hydrogen peroxide and urea are natural components of the body and even breast milk (Al-Kerwi 2005, Ross 1985, Atkinson 1980).
Answer by DrLact: About Perhydrit usage in lactation
Carbamide (urea) peroxide has not been studied during breastfeeding. It is unlikely that Perhydrit found in ear drops or teeth whiteners is absorbed into the bloodstream. However, if any Perhydrit were absorbed, it would be broken down to urea and hydrogen peroxide, both of which are found normally in human milk.[1][2] If Perhydrit is used by the mother according to directions, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding and no special precautions are required.
Alternate Drugs
Carbamide Peroxide(Safe)
Benzoyl Peroxide(Safe)