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20th May 2012
Safety in Lactation: Skeletal muscle relaxants
This is a diverse group of drugs which may not be interchangeable for all indications. Baclofen is considered to carry the lowest risks for breastfed… Baclofen Dantrolene Diazepam Dronabinol + Cannabidiol Methocarbamol Quinine TizanidineMedicine Compliance Aid Stability
Dantrium · Spepharm UK Ltd
Spepharm UK Ltd
Dantrium
Capsules 25mg, 100mg
A3 · Amber 3 · No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Protect from light in airtight container. Protect from moisture.
22nd October 2015
Dantrium · Norgine Ltd
Norgine Ltd
Dantrium
Capsules 25mg, 100mg
A3 · Amber 3 · No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Protect from moisture
Store in well-closed container and protect from light and moisture.
14th January 2015
Lactation Safety Information
Intravenous for malignant hyperthermia
Intravenous
for malignant hyperthermia
Very limited published evidence of safety
Expert consensus is to withhold breastfeeding for 2 days after treatment finishes
Oral as muscle relaxant
Oral
as muscle relaxant
Baclofen
Very limited published evidence of safety
Long term use for chronic muscle spasticity increases potential risks to the breastfed infant
Avoid in neonates and monitor infants for diarrhoea, liver disorders and general malaise