Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit Breastfeeding
Most health expert recommend six month of exclusive breastfeeding but statics suggest that numbers are not good, almost 95% mothers start breastfeeding but this number drops to 40% in first three month and further it drops to 15% till fifth month. Sometime its due to need of medication usage. Because of these statics its important to provide good information on safety of drugs in breastfeeding so that it can be improved when possible. In this FAQ sheet we will discuss about exposure to Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit.

What is Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit used for?


RELISTOR® is indicated for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in patients with advanced illness who are receiving palliative care, when response to laxative therapy has not been sufficient. Use of RELISTOR beyond four months has not been studied. RELISTOR is indicated for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation in patients with advanced illness who are receiving palliative care, when response to laxative therapy has not been sufficient. Use of RELISTOR beyond four months has not been studied. ( 1 )

What are the risk associated with Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit usage while breastfeeding? What precautions shall I take while using it in breastfeeding?

Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit Contains 2 active ingredients that are Methylnaltrexone bromide, Isopropyl alcohol. We do have breastfeeding analysis and safety rating of some of the active ingredients but unfortunately we do not have any information of some of active ingredients used. Below we have provided whatever information we do have. But please do not take any decision based on below provided information and contact your health care provider as this information is incomplete.

Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
8.3 Nursing Mothers Results from an animal study using [3H]-labeled methylnaltrexone bromide indicate that methylnaltrexone bromide is excreted via the milk of lactating rats. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when RELISTOR is administered to a nursing woman.

Isopropyl alcohol and Breastfeeding

Safe

Isopropyl alcohol is used as rubbing alcohol. Topically, it is used as an antiseptic. Some recent studies suggest dermal absorption of Isopropyl alcohol however its presence in breast milk is unknown. Normal usage of Isopropyl alcohol as rubbing alcohol is likely safe in lactation.

Note: Study and data for tropical use only

Warning: Tropical usage in breast area shall be avoided
Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit and breastfeeding

What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit?

Not much study has been done on safety of Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit in breastfeeding and its ingredients. Even we do not have complete information about usage of Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit in breastfeeding so at this point a trained medical professional could be your best bet. If you observe anything abnormal with your baby please contact 911.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit, is it safe?

If your doctor considers Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit safe enough to prescribe for you that means its benefits should outweigh its known risks for you.


If I am using Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit, will my baby need extra monitoring?

We are not Sure, Please check with your healthcare provider or doctor.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Relistor | Methylnaltrexone Bromide Kit 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