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

Iodine-free disinfectant which is widely use for skin, mouth, and, obstetric disinfection. It is preferred over iodine-based disinfectants in order to avoid high iodine exposure to the child in the neonatal and breastfeeding period that would pose a higher risk for thyroid dysfunction. Because of pharmacokinetic data (high molecular weight, high capacity for serum protein-binding and poor oral or gut absorption) significant excretion into breast milk is unlikely. Used for obstetrical purposes (vaginal or C-section wounds) even during birth or in the puerperal period, has failed to cause harm neither to the newborn nor the breastfed child. Although use in the nipple may not cause troubles to the breastfed infant (except one reported case in 1989) it is not considered to be a justified practice for prevention of mastitis. Any way, it is preferred to avoid use on the nipple, at least on a long-term basis. If used, wash the nipple thoroughly before nursing. List of Essential Medicines by WHO 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...

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+3 #3 Reviewer: Pat, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient) 2019-04-15 07:00
I have been using chlorhexidine now for about a year and find that it is the only thing that works on canker sores. My daughter and I both use it and find that it relieves the discomfort very quickly and in about 3 days the canker sores are almost healed. It is inexpensive and the best thing we have ever used.
+3 #2 Reviewer: ahmed, 19-24 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Caregiver) 2018-12-04 07:09
nice
+3 #1 Reviewer: [email protected], 65-74 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient) 2018-06-04 11:08
PULL TEATH

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