Tobramycin Solution/ Drops while Breastfeeding
What is Tobramycin Solution/ Drops used for?
I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Tobramycin Solution/ Drops. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?
Nursing Mothers: Because of the potential for adverse reactions in nursing infants from tobramycin, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing the infant or discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
Tobramycin Solution/ Drops Breastfeeding Analsys
Tobramycin while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 32986-56-4
Excreted into breast milk in non-significant amount without harm effects observed among breastfed infants of mothers treated with Tobramycin. In addition, a low oral bioavailability renders concentration in the infant's plasma be nil or low. Be aware of false negative results that may be obtained from infants with bacterial cultures when the mother is on antibiotics and higher risk of acute diarrhea by alteration of normal gut flora. When used in eye drops, because of a low dose and topical application with minimal absorption in the serum, it is compatible while breastfeeding.
Tobramycin Solution/ Drops Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
Tobramycin while Breastfeeding
CAS Number: 32986-56-4
Tobramycin is poorly excreted into breastmilk. Newborn infants apparently absorb small amounts of other aminoglycosides, but serum levels with typical three times per day dosages are far below those attained when treating newborn infections and systemic effects of tobramycin are unlikely. Older infants would be expected to absorb even less tobramycin. Because there is little variability in the milk tobramycin levels during multiple daily dose regimens, timing breastfeeding with respect to the dose is of little or no benefit in reducing infant exposure. Data are not available with single daily dose regimens. Monitor the infant for possible effects on the gastrointestinal flora, such as diarrhea, candidiasis (e.g., thrush, diaper rash) or rarely, blood in the stool indicating possible antibiotic-associated colitis. Maternal use of an ear drop or eye drop that contains tobramycin presents little or no risk for the nursing infant [4]
What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Tobramycin Solution/ Drops?
Tobramycin Solution/ Drops is safe in breastfeeding and should not create any health problem for your baby but in case you feel any health issue associated with Tobramycin Solution/ Drops you should contact your doctor or health care provider. Be it pregnancy or lactation you shall keep your doctor informed.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Tobramycin Solution/ Drops, is it safe?
Usage of Tobramycin Solution/ Drops is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.
If I am using Tobramycin Solution/ Drops, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Tobramycin Solution/ Drops in breastfeeding?
US
National Womens Health and Breastfeeding Helpline: 800-994-9662 (TDD 888-220-5446) 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday
UK
National Breastfeeding Helpline: 0300-100-0212 9.30am to 9.30pm, daily
Association of Breastfeeding Mothers: 0300-330-5453
La Leche League: 0345-120-2918
The Breastfeeding Network supporter line in Bengali and Sylheti: 0300-456-2421
National Childbirth Trust (NCT): 0300-330-0700
Australia
National Breastfeeding Helpline: 1800-686-268 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Canada
Telehealth Ontario for breastfeeding: 1-866-797-0000 24 hours a day, 7 days a week