Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment while Breastfeeding

What is Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment used for?

Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?

Benzocaine while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 94-09-7

At latest update, relevant published data on excretion into breast milk were not found. Topical anesthetics (intended for dermatological or oral use) when properly used, show limited systemic absorption which is practically nil, with nil or non-significant systemic levels in the plasma and breast milk. Benzocaine may induce appearance of methemoglobinemia and systemic toxicity if absorbed. Avoid use on the breast, otherwise, in case of use on the nipple, let it be done after a feed and wipe it out by thoroughly washing with water before the next feed. Do not apply creams, gels and other products that would contain paraffin (mineral oil) to avoid absorption by the infant since it is a hydrocarbon-derived substance.

Benzocaine while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 94-09-7

Topical benzocaine has not been studied during breastfeeding, but is unlikely to affect her breastfed infant if it is applied away from the breast. Benzocaine should not be applied to the breast or nipple, because the infant may ingest the drug during nursing and it has been associated with severe methemoglobinemia.

I already used Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment and meanwhile I breastfed my baby should I be concerned?

I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment, is it safe?

If I am using Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Americaine | Benzocaine Ointment in breastfeeding?