Tretinoin (topical use)

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

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Is it allowed to take Tretinoin (topical use) during lactation?
Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?

Retinoid, an acid form of vitamin A. At latest update no published data on excretion into breast milk were found.It is a normal component of breastmilk. Because of the small dose used and poor absorption into plasma of most topical dermatological preparations, excretion into breastmilk in significant amount appears to be unlikely. Do not apply on the breast, otherwise, wash it off thoroughly before next feed. Systemic use (overall as an antineoplastic drug) while breastfeeding is absolutely contraindicated.

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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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The main trade names in different countries containing in its composition Tretinoin (topical use):

Scientific literature

The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:
  1. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24528912
  2. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16677965
  3. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16020410
  4. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12814337
  5. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9891904

Comments  

+3 #1 Reviewer: 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient) 2017-09-28 07:19
I used this drug as part of my program to gain remission of my leukemia. Today I am in remission and hopefully will remain that way. Drug side effects (for me) were; severe headaches, extreme dry skin and eyes and fatigue.

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