Question

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

Platelet-derived growth factor BB, recombinant lactation summary

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

It is a BB human recombinant platelet growth factor which is indicated for treatment of diabetic foot. Systemic absorption through skin lesion is not significant. Wash hands thoroughly and avoid applying it on the breast.

Alternate Drugs for Treatment of wounds and ulcers: Cicatrizants & Enzymes. Act D03

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