Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release while Breastfeeding
What is Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release used for?
What are the risk associated with Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release usage while breastfeeding? What precautions shall I take while using it in breastfeeding?
8.3 Nursing Mothers Levetiracetam is excreted in human milk. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants from extended-release levetiracetam tablets, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release Breastfeeding Analsys
Levetiracetam while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 102767-28-2
Piracetam analog with nootropic and anti-epileptic effect. Authorized for use in children in Europe. Excreted into breast milk but infant serum levels were shown to be low. No other side effect than one case of hypotonia in a 7 days old premature whose mother was also on anti-epileptic medication. Seizures along with neonatal abstinence syndrome in a botlle fed neonate whose mother had taken Levetiracetam and Phenobarbital in pregnancy ocurred. Symptoms disappeared after initiation of breastfeeding.
Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
Levetiracetam while Breastfeeding
CAS Number: 102767-28-2
Maternal doses of levetiracetam up to 3500 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed infants, especially if the infant is older than 2 months. If levetiracetam is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. However, the infant should be monitored for drowsiness, adequate weight gain, and developmental milestones, especially in younger, exclusively breastfed infants and when using combinations of anticonvulsants. Maternal serum level monitoring and dosage adjustment is advisable in the early postpartum period if the drug was taken throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding.[1] Some evidence suggests that levetiracetam might reduce the maternal breastmilk supply in some women.
What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release?
As usage of Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release is mostly safe while breastfeeding hence there should not be any concern. In case of any change in behavior or health of your baby you should inform your health care provider about usage of Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release else no further action is required.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release, is it safe?
Definitely, Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release is safe in lactation for baby. No wonder your doctor has recommended it.
If I am using Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No extra baby monitoring required while mother is using Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Levetiracetam Tablet, Extended Release 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