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Is it allowed to take Itraconazole during lactation?
Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?

Pharmacokinetic data (moderately high molecular weight and high protein binding capacity) explain its nil or negligible amount observed in breast milk (McNamara, 2004), such that a breastfed infant would receive a maximum of 35 micrograms per day of Itraconazole, amount which is a hundred times lower than the pediatric dose of 5 mg / kg / day currently recommended (Janssen Cazzaniga 2014 and 1996) Both, low oral bioavailability and alkaline pH hinder its absorption from ingested milk. It is used to treat fungal infections in children, including premature babies, with a good tolerance. Itraconazole significantly increases plasma concentrations of Domperidone, which must be taken into account in case of simultaneous administration of both drugs.

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Types of risk

VERY LOW RISK
It is allowed while breastfeeding. It is not dangerous for a baby. It is moderately safe. more...

LOW RISK PROBABLE
Possible presence in breast milk is allowed. Follow the doctor's recommendation. more...

HIGH RISK PROBABLE
An unsafe drug, it is necessary to assess the risks while taking. Use safer analogs. more...

VERY HIGH RISK
It is not recommended. You need to stop breastfeeding or choose a safe analog. more...

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+3 #3 Reviewer: jkwrabbit, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient) 2019-03-26 10:52
Just make sure to take the medication after a meal. Taking it on an empty stomach will cause nausea and vomiting (trust me).
+3 #2 Reviewer: Beth, 35-44 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient) 2018-12-17 07:15
My Histoplasmosis Fungus was discovered in October 2009. After my almost 3 week hospital stay I was put on Sporanox twice a day. My liver started to decline fast. I challenge any one who can to make this drug more liver safe! Now that I refuse to take. It is to late for me, my liver is still damaged. Make sure your liver is checked at least every weeks by blood test so this will not happen to you.
+3 #1 Reviewer: kit10, 35-44 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient) 2017-05-04 07:07
Tried the liquid versions and was not able to tolerate it. Things ok on the pill - drinking some type of cola helps with the stomach upset. Annoying side effects are hair loss and muscle/joint cramps/pain. Also occasional ringing in ears. I think I can survive a year taking it.

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