Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) in breastfeeding

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

Is it allowed to take Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) during lactation? Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?
Osmotic laxative drug which is not absorbed. Long linear polymer. Molecular weight 1.000 to 35.000 daltons.
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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...

The main trade names in different countries containing in its composition Polyethylene Glycol (PEG):

The level of risk for breastfeeding is confirmed in these scientific publications:

Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)