Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster while Breastfeeding
What is Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster used for?
Brief: External analgesic
Can I continue breastfeeding if I am using Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster? How long does it stays in breast milk?
Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster Breastfeeding Analsys
Capsaicin while Breastfeeding
Low RiskCAS Number: 404-86-4
Capsaicin is an oleoresin contained in ripe and dry fruits of hot peppers. It is used for seasoning food and as medicine for topical analgesia in the form of creams, gels or patches. A low absorption into plasma (very low levels or undetectable in plasma) and rapid clearance make it highly unlikely the passage of significant amount toward breast milk. Do not apply on the chest or thoroughly clean it off before breastfeeding.
What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster?
During whole lactation period you shall first discuss with your doctor and then together you shall decide whether you shall take that drug or not however if you have already taken Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster then you shall inform your doctor, But you should not be worried too much as Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster comes in category of low risk drug.
My doctor has prescribed me Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster, what should I do?
Though Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster dose not comes in category of safe drugs rather it comes in category of low risk but if your doctor is aware that you are breastfeeding your baby and has still recommended it then its advantages must be outweighing the risks.
If I am using Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster, will my baby need extra monitoring?
Not much
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Astrapharm Chilli Brand External Medicated | Capsaicin Plaster in breastfeeding?
US
National Womens Health and Breastfeeding Helpline: 800-994-9662 (TDD 888-220-5446) 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday
UK
National Breastfeeding Helpline: 0300-100-0212 9.30am to 9.30pm, daily
Association of Breastfeeding Mothers: 0300-330-5453
La Leche League: 0345-120-2918
The Breastfeeding Network supporter line in Bengali and Sylheti: 0300-456-2421
National Childbirth Trust (NCT): 0300-330-0700
Australia
National Breastfeeding Helpline: 1800-686-268 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Canada
Telehealth Ontario for breastfeeding: 1-866-797-0000 24 hours a day, 7 days a week