Primaquine Phosphate in breastfeeding

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Recommendations made
pediatrician - Dr. Victоr Аbdоw
Rоckville, МD, USА.

Is it allowed to take Primaquine Phosphate during lactation? Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?
Avoid its use on patients suffering of G-6-P dehydrogenasa deficiency. Whenever possible, do not give it to mothers of premature infants or younger than 1 month, as well. Not commercially available in Spain
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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...

The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:

Primaquine Phosphate