1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 2.90 (62 Votes)
Doctor

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


woomen

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

Rhizomes are used.It contains kavapirone and resin.Unproved effects: hypnotic, spasmolytic, sedative.Indication after Commission E of German Ministry of Health: insomnia, anxiety.Very dangerous if mixed with alcohol. The Spanish Agency for Drugs has withdrawn all kava-kava containing products from the market after several cases of overwhelming hepatic failure have occurred.

doctor

woomen

Would you like to ask something else about Kava Kava ?
Ask your question through the form below.

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...

Add comment