Albendazole Tablet Breastfeeding
For most of the drugs advantages of taking medications overweighs the potential risks however some drugs could be really dangerous for breastfed baby hence every medication shall be considered separately. In this page we will discuss about purpose of Albendazole Tablet and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Albendazole Tablet and some common side effects associated with Albendazole Tablet.

What is Albendazole Tablet used for?


1 INDICATIONS & USAGE Albendazole Tablets is an anthelmintic drug indicated for: Treatment of parenchymal neurocysticercosis due to active lesions caused by larval forms of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. ( 1.1) Treatment of cystic hydatid disease of the liver, lung, and peritoneum, caused by the larval form of the dog tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus. ( 1.2) 1.1 Neurocysticercosis Albendazole Tablets are indicated for the treatment of parenchymal neurocysticercosis due to active lesions caused by larval forms of the pork tapeworm, Taenia solium. 1.2 Hydatid Disease Albendazole Tablets are indicated for the treatment of cystic hydatid disease of the liver, lung, and peritoneum, caused by the larval form of the dog tapeworm, Echinococcus granulosus.

Is Albendazole Tablet usage safe while breastfeeding? If a lactating mother is using it can there be any effect on growth or development of infant?

Albendazole Tablet safe for breastfeeding
Albendazole is the only one ingredient used in manufacturing of Albendazole Tablet, Which makes it easier to analyze its effect in breastfeeding. As per our analysis of Albendazole it is safe to use Albendazole Tablet while lactating. We suggest you to check further details below about Albendazole usage in breastfeeding.

Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
8.3 Nursing Mothers Albendazole is excreted in animal milk. It is not known whether it is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Albendazole Tablets are administered to a nursing woman.

Albendazole Tablet Breastfeeding Analsys


Albendazole while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 54965-21-8

Because a poor oral absorption it is likely a minimal excretion into breast milk.

Albendazole Tablet Breastfeeding Analsys - 2


Albendazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 54965-21-8

Albendazole and its active metabolite are minimally excreted into breastmilk. An informal consultation group to the World Health Organization concluded that a single oral dose of albendazole can be given to lactating women.[1]


What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Albendazole Tablet?

Albendazole Tablet is safe in breastfeeding and should not create any health problem for your baby but in case you feel any health issue associated with Albendazole Tablet 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 Albendazole Tablet, is it safe?

Definitely, Albendazole Tablet is safe in lactation for baby. No wonder your doctor has recommended it.


If I am using Albendazole Tablet, will my baby need extra monitoring?

No extra baby monitoring required while mother is using Albendazole Tablet


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Albendazole Tablet 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