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

A macrolide antibiotic that is approved for pediatric use. Frequently used in young infants At latest update no published data on excretion into breast milk were found. It has higher molecular weight and shorter half-life elimination span than other macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin and claritormycin that are excreted into breast milk in negligible amount.Until more published information about this drug regarding breastfeeding appears, it may be preferable a known and safer alternative, especially during the neonatal period and in cases of prematurity. Early exposure to macrolide antibiotics (especially erythromycin) has been linked to hypertrophic pyloric stenosis, even through breast milk, being it a reason to avoid them during the first month of breastfeeding. Take into account the possible negative results of bacterial cultures among febrile infants when their mothers are on antibiotics, as well as the possibility of gastroenteritis by altering the intestinal flora.

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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...

Scientific literature

The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:
  1. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2656049
  2. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/4039591

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