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Is it allowed to take Methylphenidate-Hcl during lactation? |
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The amount excreted to breast milk is so small that it is not detected in breast-fed infants. No adverse side-effects have been reported. Check-up for milk production since it may decrease Prolactin excretion on theoretical basis. |
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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 Methylphenidate-Hcl:Scientific literature
The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23593966
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23178070
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19110892
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2603540/pdf/jcsm.4.6.601.pdf
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18246981
- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2276130/pdf/aasm.30.12.1712.pdf
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