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Using calcium-channel blockers during breastfeeding
2 June 2023
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Nifedipine and verapamil are the calcium-channel blockers of choice during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
Using certain antidepressants during breastfeeding
15 November 2023
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Duloxetine, mirtazapine, trazodone or venlafaxine can be used with caution but other options are preferred. Recommendations apply to full term, healthy infants.
Using chloramphenicol during breastfeeding
16 June 2022
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Topical chloramphenicol can be used with caution and monitoring. Systemic chloramphenicol is not recommended. Advice applies to full term and healthy infants.
Using codeine, dihydrocodeine or tramadol during breastfeeding
17 January 2023
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Tramadol and dihydrocodeine can be used while breastfeeding for pain control. Codeine should not be used . Advice applies to full term, healthy infants.
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.
Using gabapentin or pregabalin during breastfeeding
1 March 2022
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Gabapentin or pregabalin can be taken during breastfeeding and with infant monitoring. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.
Using gastrointestinal antispasmodics during breastfeeding
8 March 2024
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Hyoscine butylbromide, propantheline or peppermint oil are preferred choices during breastfeeding. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.
Using heparins during breastfeeding
19 January 2024
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Low molecular weight heparin and unfractionated heparin can be used during breastfeeding. 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.
Using laxatives during breastfeeding
24 October 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.
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