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Safety in Lactation: Vaginal and vulval infections
23 September 2020Fungal vulval infections are normally associated with a vaginal infection which should be treated with an appropriate intravaginal cream or pessary – imidazole drugs to…
Safety in Lactation: Antifungal skin preparations
21 September 2020Topical preparations for fungal infections are considered to pose a negligible risk to a breastfeeding infant as long as precautions are taken to minimise contact…
Safety in Lactation: Preparations for scalp and hair conditions
18 September 2020Shampoos, topical eflornithine (for hirsutism) and minoxidil (for alopecia) are considered to pose a negligible risk to a breastfeeding infant. There is no published evidence…
Lactation Safety Information
Oral
Oral
Fluconazole
Limited published evidence of safety
Small amounts in breast milk
Unlikely to be absorbed by infant’s GI tract
Monitor infant for gastro-intestinal disturbances, especially if used for prolonged periods or in high doses, although unlikely to occur.
10 November 2020
For vaginal infections
For vaginal infections
17 September 2020
As a shampoo
As a shampoo
21 June 2021
For topical use
For topical use
21 June 2021