Hydrocortisone

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

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

Cortisol is a normal component of breast milk. Although unlikely to achieve harmful levels for the infant, it is preferred the use of an alternative (Methylprednisolone, Prednisolone, Prednisone). Intra-articular administration of depot prednisone derivatives may be a cause of transient decrease of milk production. Eleventh WHO Model List of Essential Drugs 2002: 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...

Analogues

Trade Names

The main trade names in different countries containing in its composition Hydrocortisone:

Scientific literature

The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:
  1. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24261425
  2. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22724311
  3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18166549
  4. http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/content/121/1/e92.full.pdf
  5. http://whqlibdoc.who.int/hq/2002/55732.pdf

Comments  

+3 #2 Reviewer: Rosie, 45-54 on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient) 2018-12-18 01:05
I feel fantastic when l first started taking it 3 years ago. I felt so tired, l did not believe how good l felt after a few weeks on medication. As time has gone by l do not always feel bright as l feel l should be. My blood tests are apparently acceptable. I do not find weight gain a problem.
+3 #1 Reviewer: eelman, 45-54 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient) 2017-03-27 12:26
After being extremely fatigued for years (not being able to get out bed in the morning), the doctors finally figured out the adrenal glands issue, was causing my problems. Since started taking hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone, have had a high increase in energy and stamina. no weight gain, but have noticed an increase in hair growth.

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