Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated Breastfeeding
For most of the drugs advantages of taking medications overweighs the potential risks however some drugs could be really dangerous for breastfed baby hence every medication shall be considered separately. In this page we will discuss about purpose of Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated and some common side effects associated with Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated.

What is Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated used for?


Tizanidine is a central alpha-2-adrenergic agonist indicated for the management of spasticity. Because of the short duration of therapeutic effect, treatment with tizanidine should be reserved for those daily activities and times when relief of spasticity is most important [see Dosage and Administration (2.1)]. Tizanidine is a central alpha-2-adrenergic agonist indicated for the management of spasticity. Because of the short duration of therapeutic effect, treatment with tizanidine should be reserved for those daily activities and times when relief of spasticity is most important. (1)

Is using Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated unsafe in breastfeeding? Can there be bad consequences for baby if I use it while breastfeeding?

Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated high risk while breastfeeding
As Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated is made of only Tizanidine, and Tizanidine is unsafe to use in breastfeeding we can safely reach on conclusion that Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated is also unsafe to use while breastfeeding. Below is detailed analysis of Tizanidine and Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated during location. We recommend you to go through provided detailed analysis as below take decision accordingly. We also recommend you talk to your health care provider before making final decision.

Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
8.3 Nursing Mothers 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 tizanidine is administered to a nursing woman.

Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated Breastfeeding Analsys


Tizanidine while Breastfeeding

Unsafe

CAS Number: 64461-82-1

Centrally acting muscle relaxant. Since the last update we have not found published data on its excretion in breast milk. Its pharmacokinetic data: low molecular weight, high liposolubility (Acorda 2006), makes it probable that it could pass to milk in potentially significant quantities. During breastfeeding, it seems prudent to avoid it (Hutchinson 2013) or to use it very sporadically and limited to sufficient minimum doses, monitoring for possible sedation of the infant, especially during the first 3 months of life.


What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated?

If you observer abnormal behavior or any other health issue in infant then you should immediately call 911 or contact other contact other emergency service provider in your area otherwise closely monitor the baby and inform your doctor about your Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated usage and time interval of breastfeeding.


My health care provider has asked me to use Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated, what to do?

If your doctor knows that you are breastfeeding mother and still prescribes Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated then there must be good reason for that as Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated is considered unsafe, It usually happens when doctor finds that overall advantage of taking outweighs the overall risk.


If I am using Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Yes, Extra monitoring is required if mother is using Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated and breastfeeding as it is considered unsafe for baby.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Tizanidine Hydrochloride Capsule, Gelatin Coated 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

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