Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension while Breastfeeding
What is Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension used for?
Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?
Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether sulfacetamide sodium is excreted in the human milk following topical use of Sulfacetamide Sodium Topical Suspension USP, 10%. Systemically administered sulfonamides are capable of producing kernicterus in the infants of lactating women. Small amounts of orally administered sulfonamides have been reported to be eliminated in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised in prescribing for nursing mothers.
Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension Breastfeeding Analsys
Sulfacetamide sodium while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 144-80-9
A short-term action Sulfonamide which is similar to Sulfathiazole (see specific info) that is locally used on vagina, eyes and skin. At latest update relevant published data were not found on excretion into breast milk. Because of the small dose used and poor absorption into plasma of most topical preparations for dermatological and ophthalmological issues, it is unlikely a significant excretion into breast milk. As with other sulfonamides, caution is recommended when using it on preterm infants and newborns with hyperbilirubinemia. Avoid it on patients affected with deficit of Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (6-GPD). Monitor the appearance of jaundice in the infant.
What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension?
It is always a good idea to keep your healthcare provider or doctor informed about your drug usage during pregnancy and breastfeeding but if you have not informed your doctor about Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension and have used it then do not panic as Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension is mostly safe in breastfeeding and should not cause any harm to your baby.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension, is it safe?
Definitely, Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension is safe in lactation for baby. No wonder your doctor has recommended it.
If I am using Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No extra baby monitoring required while mother is using Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Sulfacetamide Sodium Suspension 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