Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid while Breastfeeding
What is Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid used for?
Brief: Antiseptic Topcal pain relief
Is using Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid unsafe in breastfeeding? Can there be bad consequences for baby if I use it while breastfeeding?
Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid Breastfeeding Analsys
Benzocaine while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 94-09-7
At latest update, relevant published data on excretion into breast milk were not found. Topical anesthetics (intended for dermatological or oral use) when properly used, show limited systemic absorption which is practically nil, with nil or non-significant systemic levels in the plasma and breast milk. Benzocaine may induce appearance of methemoglobinemia and systemic toxicity if absorbed. Avoid use on the breast, otherwise, in case of use on the nipple, let it be done after a feed and wipe it out by thoroughly washing with water before the next feed. Do not apply creams, gels and other products that would contain paraffin (mineral oil) to avoid absorption by the infant since it is a hydrocarbon-derived substance.
Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
Benzocaine while Breastfeeding
CAS Number: 94-09-7
Topical benzocaine has not been studied during breastfeeding, but is unlikely to affect her breastfed infant if it is applied away from the breast. Benzocaine should not be applied to the breast or nipple, because the infant may ingest the drug during nursing and it has been associated with severe methemoglobinemia.
Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid Breastfeeding Analsys - 3
Alcohol and Breastfeeding
SafePregnant and breast-feeding healthcare workers appear to be well within safe exposure limits and can use alcohol-based hand rubs and similar products without risk to fetus or baby. The internal doses of ethanol associated with frequent use of hand sanitizers and scrubs are hundreds of times lower than the concentration that might be related to developmental effects.
Note: Study and data for tropical use onlyWarning: Tropical usage in breast area shall be avoided to prevent it passing orally in Infants.
I am nursing mother and I have already used Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid, what should I do?
Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid is safe in breastfeeding and should not create any health problem for your baby but in case you feel any health issue associated with Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid you should contact your doctor or health care provider. Be it pregnancy or lactation you shall keep your doctor informed.
My health care provider has asked me to use Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid, what to do?
Definitely, Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid is safe in lactation for baby. No wonder your doctor has recommended it.
If I am using Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No extra baby monitoring required while mother is using Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Soothe-a-sting | Ethyl Alcohol, Benzocaine Liquid 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