Ursodeoxycholic Acid in breastfeeding

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

Is it allowed to take Ursodeoxycholic Acid during lactation? Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?
Biliary salt that appears in low amount in the serum because it is absorbed to the portal circulation and completely excreted into biliary duct. Excreted into breast milk in non-significant amount with no side-effects being observed among infants of treated mothers. Medication that has been used for treatment of newborns and older infants.
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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...

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

Ursodeoxycholic Acid