Captopril in breastfeeding

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

Is it allowed to take Captopril during lactation? Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?
Excreted into breast milk in non-significant amount without harm effects observed among breastfed infants of mothers treated with Captopril. The American Academy of Pediatrics rates it as usually compatible with Breastfeeding.
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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:

+3 #2 Reviewer: soyer, 65-74 Male on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient) 2019-03-26 12:24

it helped me to control my HBP better than other medication.

+3 #1 Reviewer: 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to less than 2 years (Patient) 2018-01-25 10:58

excessive coughing

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