Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule Breastfeeding

There are high number of clear evidence that breastfeeding provides best nutrition that you can give to your baby. It is also evident that lactation is good for mothers health as well. Evolution has designed breastfeeding in a way that it caters all nutritional need of your child. However modern medicine is quite new for evolution, that is why mothers body is not well prepared to filter unnecessary chemical found in medicines. It becomes a necessity to figure out which drug is safe and which drug is dangerous for your newborn while nursing. In this article we will understand function of Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule and its suitability with breastfeeding.

What is Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule used for?


Directions: FOR ORAL USE ONLY.

Brief: Use: Temporary relief of cold symptoms.

I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?

Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule safe while breastfeeding
FDA does not regulate Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule. There is no credible study done on safety of Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule while breastfeeding, Same holds truth for almost all homeopathic medicines however homeopathic medicines go through a process called potentisation. In potentisation homeopathic preparation goes through repeated dilution and shaking. Homeopaths state that repeated dilution and shaking helps the body to heal naturally. Due to extreme dilution of active ingredients homeopathic medicines are mostly safe in breastfeeding, Hence we can consider Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule as safe to use while breastfeeding.. Below we have provided analysis of its active ingredients. Safety rating of ingredients holds truth for herbal product but may not apply for homeopathic diluted drugs.

Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule Breastfeeding Analsys


Berberis vulgaris root bark while Breastfeeding

Dangerous

CAS Number: 84649-92-3

Roots and bark are used. It contains Berberine that may be a cause of gastritis, nephritis, phototoxicity and severe jaundice by displacement of albumin -linked bilirubin: higher risk of kernicterus to newborns, which is greater in cases of 6-Glucose-PD deficiency. It is popularly widely used, however, its effectiveness has not been shown. Use not approved by the Commission E of German Ministry of Health. It should be avoided.

Acorus calamus root while Breastfeeding

Unsafe

CAS Number: 977022-90-4

Root is used. Essential oil contains Asaron which is active within the Nervous System. Anti-worm, insecticide and pesticide properties are recognized. Suspicious of mutagen and carcinogen activity. Considered to be a toxic has underwent sale restrictions in some countries.

Camphor (natural) while Breastfeeding

Unsafe

CAS Number: 76-22-2

Substance which can be extracted under distillation from the Camphor tree bark. Nowadays it is synthesized from the Turpentine. Used with creams and lotions as local anti-inflammatory agent. There is no proof of effectiveness as decongestant or expectorant when used in inhaled preparations, but as a toxic agent. Camphor is a highly lipophilic substance which is well absorbed by whatever via of administration (skin, inhalation, mouth) that crosses easily the cell membrane. Pharmacokinetic data support the likelihood of excretion into breast milk in a significant amount. Camphor has been shown to be toxic at low dose on infants in whom it may cause headache, vomiting, seizures and coma. It should never be administered by mouth. It is not appropriate its use during breastfeeding, and, in whatever case, it should not be applied on the mother's breast, since severe intoxications be occurred in infants after use of small ingested amounts. Be aware of not using it in the nostrils.


What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule?

Due to high dilution of ingredients in homeopathic medicines they do not create much problem for baby. Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule is a homeopathic medicine and if your baby does not have any abnormal symptoms then there is nothing to worry about. Be careful with too much usage of ethanol based homeopathic medicines during breastfeeding.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule, is it safe?

Homeopathic medicines are usually safe in breastfeeding and if Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule has been recommended by doctor then there should be no concern about its usage in breastfeeding.


If I am using Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Not exactly.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Juniperus Eucalyptus Capsule 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