Almotriptan in breastfeeding

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

Is it allowed to take Almotriptan during lactation? Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?
At latest update, relevant data on its excretion into breast milk were not found. Any risk would be minimized by delaying the breast feed for 1 to 4 hours after taking medication. Almotriptan shows molecular characteristics that are similar to Sumatriptan which is known to be barely excreted into breast milk.
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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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