Question

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

Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] lactation summary

Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] is unsafe in breastfeeding
  • DrLact safety Score for Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] is 5 out of 8 which is considered Unsafe as per our analyses.
  • A safety Score of 5 indicates that usage of Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] may cause serious side effects in breastfed baby.
  • Our study of different scientific research indicates that Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] may cause moderate to high side effects or may affect milk supply in lactating mother.
  • Our suggestion is to use safer alternate options rather than using Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] .
  • It is recommended to evaluate the advantage of not breastfeeding while using Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] Vs not using Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] And continue breastfeeding.
  • While using Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] Its must to monitor 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 Thiocolchicosidum [INN-Latin] usage in lactation

Muscle-relaxant drug which is marketed in some countries and usually associated to acetaminophen. At latest update no published data were found on excretion into breast milk. Pharmacokinetic data favor excretion into breast milk. Convulsions have been reported in susceptible persons. There is a warning on likely mutagenic effects with a prolonged use.

Alternate Drugs for Muscle relaxants. ATC M03

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