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


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

Although it is secreted into breast milk it has not been detected in infant’s blood because it forms non-absorbable chelate compounds with milk calcium. It is not convenient its long-term use (more than 3-4 weeks) since damage on bone growth plates, teeth discoloration, or alteration of intestinal flora may occur. Be aware of the possibility of false negative results of bacterial cultures when the mother is on antibiotics.

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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...

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+3 #1 Reviewer: Polly, 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient) 2018-12-29 02:37
Extremely dry mouth - metallic taste plus water tastes sugary. After 10 days of a two week course suddenly had rectal bleeding (never had this before). Stopped taking tablets and will revisit GP if necessary. This treatment was combined with decongestants which may also have side effeccts. I am not any other medication and have not taken antibiotics for at least 15 years.

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