Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion while Breastfeeding
What is Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion used for?
Brief: Indication Skin Lightening
What are the risk associated with Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion usage while breastfeeding? What precautions shall I take while using it in breastfeeding?
Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion Breastfeeding Analsys
Hydroquinone while Breastfeeding
Low RiskCAS Number: 123-31-9
Benzene derivative which is topically used with creams and solutions (2-4%) as a bleaching agent for several skin disorders associated to hyper-pigmentation. In industry it is used as photographic developer. TLV or threshold limit value which means maximum exposure limit for workers is 2 mg / m3 (Flickinger 1976). At latest update relevant published data were not found on excretion into breast milk. It is well absorbed through the skin, both when used as a therapeutic agent (Bucks 1998, Wester 1998, Westerhof 2005, Andersen 2010, Bozzo 2011) or industrial use (Barber 1995, McGregor 2007), however, a significant excretion into breastmilk is not likely for their lack of fat solubility. There is controversy and doubt about a possible mutagenic and carcinogenic effect (Kooyers 2004, FDA 2006, Levitt 2007, Andersen 2010), so it does not seem wise a chronic or continued use while breastfeeding. Do not apply it on the breast to prevent ingestion by the infant; otherwise, do it just after a meal and clean the nipple thoroughly with water before the next feed.Do not apply it over large areas or on long-term treatments to avoid an excessive systemic absorption.
Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
Hydroquinone while Breastfeeding
CAS Number: 123-31-9
Topical hydroquinone has not been studied during breastfeeding. Hydroquinone is not contraindicated during breastfeeding and if hydroquinone is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. However, some experts feel that long-term use of hydroquinone is difficult to justify in a nursing mother.[1] If hydroquinone is used, ensure that the infant's skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of maternal skin that have been treated and the infant does not ingest the product from the mother's skin.
What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion?
Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion is in the category of low risk, if you have already used it then its not a big deal if health and behavior of baby is good. However your health care provider shall be aware of the fact that you have used Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion so you should inform him based on your convenience.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion, is it safe?
Though Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion 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 Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion, will my baby need extra monitoring?
Not much monitoring required while using Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Activator Light | Hydroquinone Lotion 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