Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream Breastfeeding
Most health expert recommend six month of exclusive breastfeeding but statics suggest that numbers are not good, almost 95% mothers start breastfeeding but this number drops to 40% in first three month and further it drops to 15% till fifth month. Sometime its due to need of medication usage. Because of these statics its important to provide good information on safety of drugs in breastfeeding so that it can be improved when possible. In this FAQ sheet we will discuss about exposure to Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream.

What is Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream used for?


Triple Sulfa Vaginal Cream is indicated for the treatment of vaginitis caused by Haemophilus (Gardnerella) vaginalis bacteria. The diagnosis of a Haemophilus (Gardnerella) vaginalis vaginitis should be firmly established before initiation of treatment with Triple Sulfa Vaginal Cream.

Is using Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream safe or dangerous while breastfeeding?

Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream Contains 3 active ingredients that are Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide, Sulfabenzamide. We do have breastfeeding analysis and safety rating of some of the active ingredients but unfortunately we do not have any information of some of active ingredients used. Below we have provided whatever information we do have. But please do not take any decision based on below provided information and contact your health care provider as this information is incomplete.

Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream Breastfeeding Analsys


Sulfathiazole while Breastfeeding

Low Risk

CAS Number: 72-14-0

Gastroenteritis and exanthema on infants have been described.

Sulfacetamide while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 144-80-9

A short-term action Sulfonamide which is similar to Sulfathiazole (see specific info) that is locally used on vagina, eyes and skin. At latest update relevant published data were not found on excretion into breast milk. Because of the small dose used and poor absorption into plasma of most topical preparations for dermatological and ophthalmological issues, it is unlikely a significant excretion into breast milk. As with other sulfonamides, caution is recommended when using it on preterm infants and newborns with hyperbilirubinemia. Avoid it on patients affected with deficit of Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (6-GPD). Monitor the appearance of jaundice in the infant.

Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream and breastfeeding

What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream?

Not much study has been done on safety of Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream in breastfeeding and its ingredients. Even we do not have complete information about usage of Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream in breastfeeding so at this point a trained medical professional could be your best bet. If you observe anything abnormal with your baby please contact 911.


My doctor has prescribed me Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream, what should I do?

If your doctor considers Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream safe enough to prescribe for you that means its benefits should outweigh its known risks for you.


If I am using Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream, will my baby need extra monitoring?

We are not Sure, Please check with your healthcare provider or doctor.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Triple Sulfa | Sulfathiazole, Sulfacetamide And Sulfabenzamide Cream 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