Is Lotronex Safe in Breastfeeding
Question
I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use Lotronex? Is Lotronex safe for nursing mother and child? Does Lotronex extracts into breast milk? Does Lotronex has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can Lotronex influence milk supply or can Lotronex decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?
Lotronex lactation summary
- DrLact safety Score for Lotronex is 3 out of 8 which is considered Low Risk as per our analyses.
- A safety Score of 3 indicates that usage of Lotronex may cause some minor side effects in breastfed baby.
- Our study of different scientific research indicates that Lotronex may cause moderate to no side effects in lactating mother.
- Most of scientific studies and research papers declaring usage of Lotronex low risk in breastfeeding are based on normal dosage and may not hold true for higher dosage.
- While using Lotronex 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 Lotronex usage in lactation
Cases of severe intestinal side effects have been reported. On latest update no published data about breastfeeding were found. Because a rapid metabolic rate and poor oral absorption - when taken along with food - this drug is probably safe while breastfeeding. Safety would increase if a 3-hour period is observed before resuming breastfeeding.
Answer by DrLact: About Lotronex usage in lactation
No information is available on the use of Lotronex during breastfeeding. Because of relatively high protein binding and only moderate bioavailability, exposure of the breastfed infant is likely to be low. If Lotronex is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. However, until more data are available Lotronex should only be used with careful infant monitoring during breastfeeding.
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