Kali Carb onicum Liquid while Breastfeeding

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 Kali Carb onicum Liquid while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Kali Carb onicum Liquid.

What is Kali Carb onicum Liquid used for?

To be used according to standard homeopathic indications.** **These statements are based upon traditional homeopathic practice. They have not been reviewed by the Food and Drug Administration.

Is Kali Carb onicum Liquid usage safe while breastfeeding? If a lactating mother is using it can there be any effect on growth or development of infant?

Kali Carb onicum Liquid safe for breastfeeding

Active ingredient in Kali Carb onicum Liquid is Potassium carbonate and based on our analysis of Potassium carbonate it appears that using Kali Carb onicum Liquid is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Potassium carbonate while breastfeeding.

Note: Due to high dilution of active ingredients in homeopathic medicines most homeopathic medicines are safe while breastfeeding.

Kali Carb onicum Liquid Breastfeeding Analsys

Potassium carbonate while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 7447-40-7

Human milk has a potassium concentration of 13 meq/L, almost a half of rehydration solution content and a quarter of maximal IV recommended dose. Potassium supplementation does not alter milk concentration without increasing mother’s serum concentration, which is strictly limited from 3,5 to 5,5 meq/L.

What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Kali Carb onicum Liquid?

Homeopathic medicines usually do not cause harmful effects on breastfed babies. Kali Carb onicum Liquid is a homeopathic medicine and if your baby does not have any abnormal symptoms then there is nothing to worry about. Some homeopathic medicines contain alcohol (ethanol) and such homeopathic medicines in high dosage can have bad effect on development of baby.

I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Kali Carb onicum Liquid, is it safe?

Homeopathic medicines are usually safe in breastfeeding and if Kali Carb onicum Liquid has been recommended by doctor then there should be no doubt about its usage in breastfeeding.

If I am using Kali Carb onicum Liquid, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Not really.

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Kali Carb onicum Liquid 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