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Is it allowed to take Rifampin during lactation?
Is it safe for a nursing mother and a child?

It is excreted into breast milk in clinically non-significant amount, in fact a much lower amount than the dose used for the treatment or prophylaxis of infection in neonates and infants. Even more, no problems that would be attributable to rifampicin have been observed among infants whose mothers were taking this medication. It can cause an orange discoloration of body fluids, including the mother’s milk.Take into account possible negative results in bacterial cultures of febrile infants, when their mothers are on antibiotics. American Academy of Pediatrics states that it is usually compatible with breastfeeding medication.WHO List of Essential Medicines 2002: compatible with breastfeeding.

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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...

Comments  

+3 #2 Reviewer: Windycity, 55-64 on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient) 2018-09-27 09:55
I am taking Rifampin for 3 months now. Everything feels ok so far. Still have one month to go. The only inconvenience is not being able to enjoy my wine ð?· at home or when going to parties. I m 62 y.o. I would recommend this drug. Will see the effectiveness of Rifampin when I am done with my 4 month medicationð???
+3 #1 Reviewer: 55-64 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient) 2018-07-07 07:35
Developed migraines and stomach pain every day. Also developed unbelievable insomnia. I will never take this drug again.

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