Question

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

Gabacet lactation summary

Gabacet usage has low risk in breastfeeding
  • DrLact safety Score for Gabacet is 3 out of 8 which is considered Low Risk as per our analyses.
  • A safety Score of 3 indicates that usage of Gabacet may cause some minor side effects in breastfed baby.
  • Our study of different scientific research indicates that Gabacet may cause moderate to no side effects in lactating mother.
  • Most of scientific studies and research papers declaring usage of Gabacet low risk in breastfeeding are based on normal dosage and may not hold true for higher dosage.
  • While using Gabacet 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 Gabacet usage in lactation

Used as treatment on myoclony, and, as vasodilator of brain vessels to protect it against hypoxia. Authorized for children in Europe. No harm effects have been reported. Check-up for lethargy or irritability.

Alternate Drugs for Psychostimulants and Nootropics. ATC N06B

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