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 Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet.
What is Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet used for?
•relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) •generally produces a bowel movement in 12- 72 hours
Brief: Bulk-forming fiber laxative
Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?
Active ingredient in Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet is Methylcellulose (4000 mpa.s) and based on our analysis of Methylcellulose (4000 mpa.s) it appears that using Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Methylcellulose (4000 mpa.s) while breastfeeding.
Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet Breastfeeding Analsys
SafeCAS Number: 9004-67-5
We are working on a comment for this product.
What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet?
As usage of Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet is mostly safe while breastfeeding hence there should not be any concern. In case of any change in behavior or health of your baby you should inform your health care provider about usage of Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet else no further action is required.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet, is it safe?
Usage of Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.
If I am using Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Citrucel | Methylcellulose Tablet 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