Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet while Breastfeeding
What is Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet used for?
I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?
Nursing Mothers Studies in lactating rats show that metformin is excreted into milk and reaches levels comparable to those in plasma. Similar studies have not been conducted in nursing mothers. Because the potential for hypoglycemia in nursing infants may exist, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother. If metformin is discontinued, and if diet alone is inadequate for controlling blood glucose, insulin therapy should be considered.
Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet Breastfeeding Analsys
Metformin hydrochloride while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 657-24-9
Oral antidiabetic medication used for treatment of Diabetes Type II, Obesity and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). Biguanide drugs act by decreasing Neoglycogenesis (new formation of sugar) in the liver. Low risk of Hypoglycemia. Metformin is excreted into breast milk in non-significant amount and without harmful effect on breastfed infants of treated mothers, Obesity is associated with breastfeeding difficulties. In spite of Metformin has beneficial effect on Obesity, this is not true with PCOS because lactation capacity is related to growth of breast tissue during pregnancy which is not improved by the use of Metformin, Oral antidiabetic drugs are not effective for Diabetes Type I. For Diabetes Type II diet, physical exercise and breastfeeding may ameliorate glycemia levels. See remarks on mother's Diabetes Mellitus by consulting specific item.
Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
Metformin hydrochloride while Breastfeeding
CAS Number: 657-24-9
Data from well-conducted studies indicate that metformin levels in milk are low and infants would receive less than 0.5% of their mother's weight-adjusted dosage. Milk metformin levels are relatively constant during maternal metformin use, so timing of breastfeeding with respect to the administration times is of little benefit. Although the dose in milk is low, metformin is sometimes detectable in low levels in the serum of breastfed infants. One sizeable prospective study found no adverse effects in breastfed infants. Metformin should be used with caution while nursing newborn and premature infants and those with renal impairment.
What if I already have used Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet?
Metformin Hydrochloride 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 Metformin Hydrochloride 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 Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet, is it safe?
Usage of Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.
If I am using Metformin Hydrochloride Tablet, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Metformin Hydrochloride 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