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Using vaccines during breastfeeding
20 December 2023
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All vaccinations, including live vaccines, can be given during breastfeeding. The only exception is yellow fever vaccine which is not recommended.
Using laxatives during breastfeeding
10 November 2023
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Any laxative can be used during breastfeeding although prucalopride should be used with caution. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Using oseltamivir and zanamivir during breastfeeding
12 October 2023
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Oseltamivir and zanamivir can be used during breastfeeding when clinically indicated. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.
Using emergency contraception during breastfeeding
10 October 2023
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A copper IUD or a single oral dose of levonorgestrel are preferred. Ulipristal may also be considered. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Managing COVID-19 and breastfeeding
1 May 2025
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Continue breastfeeding during COVID-19 infection, even if dexamethasone, Paxlovid, sotrovimab or tocilzumab are required. COVID-19 vaccines can also be given.
Treating bipolar disorder during breastfeeding
3 April 2024
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Lithium and valproate can be used during breastfeeding, after consideration of some specific issues. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Medically terminating a pregnancy during breastfeeding
20 February 2024
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Breastfeeding can be continued following short term treatment with mifepristone and misoprostol. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Treating opioid dependence during breastfeeding
1 August 2023
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Methadone is the preferred choice of treatment for opioid dependence during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
Using oral or parenteral corticosteroids during breastfeeding
17 July 2023
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Corticosteroids can be used during breastfeeding. Use the lowest dose and duration possible. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.
Using inhaled or topical corticosteroids during breastfeeding
17 July 2023
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All topical and inhaled corticosteroids can be used while breastfeeding; there is no preferred choice. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants only.
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