Question

I am a breastfeeding mother and i want to know if it is safe to use 3-Chloroethanol? Is 3-Chloroethanol safe for nursing mother and child? Does 3-Chloroethanol extracts into breast milk? Does 3-Chloroethanol has any long term or short term side effects on infants? Can 3-Chloroethanol influence milk supply or can 3-Chloroethanol decrease milk supply in lactating mothers?

3-Chloroethanol lactation summary

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

Sporadic use is harmless. (Used as a hypnotic drug for non painful procedures: CAT, EEG, MRI, etc. A repetitive use may be a cause of somnolence. Not commercially available in Spain as a sedative or hypnotic drug. American Academy of Pediatrics: Maternal Medication Usually Compatible With Breastfeeding.
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