Recommendations made
pediatrician - Dr. Victоr Аbdоw
Rоckville, МD, USА.
Is it allowed to take Peginterferon alfa during lactation? |
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It is used in the treatment of leukemia, and, hepatitis B and C. Breast milk contains several interferon-like substances which contribute to its anti-viral action. High molecular weight of interferon accounts for its small secretion into breast milk. A minimal gastrointestinal absorption is commonly accepted. American Academy of Pediatrics: Maternal Medication Usually Compatible With Breastfeeding. |
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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...
Trade Names
The main trade names in different countries containing in its composition Peginterferon alfa:Scientific literature
The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26966579
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4757692/pdf/MSI2016-6527458.pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25819232
- http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ddg.12596/epdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25207476
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24684929
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25415167
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22633835
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21988602
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20878174
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21330996
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21817183
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16831611
- http://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(06)00865-1/pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11216871
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11533352
- http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/108/3/776.full.pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11153157
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10887499
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8698119
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8896040
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7819084
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8457628
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1336606
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/434888
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