Simeticone in breastfeeding

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

Is it allowed to take Simeticone during lactation? Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?
Simethicone is an activated form of dimethicone used to treat flatulence orally. Dimethicone is a fluid type of silicone with a methyl as organic group radical. Silicones are polymers of silicon tied to oxygen atoms with high molecular weight (see information on silicone and dimethicone). At latest update, relevant published data on excretion into breast milk were not found. Because it is not absorbed through the skin or orally along with a high molecular weight, excretion into breast milk in significant amount or absorption by the infant gut is highly unlikely. It is also a drug approved for use in young 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:

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