Zincum Oxydatum Pellet while 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 Zincum Oxydatum Pellet and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Zincum Oxydatum Pellet and some common side effects associated with Zincum Oxydatum Pellet.

Is Zincum Oxydatum Pellet usage safe while breastfeeding? If a lactating mother is using it can there be any effect on growth or development of infant?

Zincum Oxydatum Pellet safe for breastfeeding

Active ingredient in Zincum Oxydatum Pellet is Zinc oxide and based on our analysis of Zinc oxide it appears that using Zincum Oxydatum Pellet is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Zinc oxide while breastfeeding.

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

Zincum Oxydatum Pellet Breastfeeding Analsys

Zinc oxide while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 1314-13-2

It is used topically as an astringent and skin protector, very often together with small amounts of Ferric Oxide to form Calamine (see specific info). It is a product compatible with breastfeeding according to WHO Essential Medicine’s List - 2002.It is also used in dental hygiene products and cosmetics. Widely used for skin protection of the diaper area in infants. Because of the small dose used and poor absorption into plasma of most topical dermatological preparations, excretion into breastmilk in significant amount appears to be unlikely. Do not apply on the breast to prevent infant ingestion; otherwise, wash it off thoroughly with water before the next breast feed.

What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Zincum Oxydatum Pellet?

Homeopathic medicines usually do not cause harmful effects on breastfed babies. Zincum Oxydatum Pellet 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 Zincum Oxydatum Pellet, is it safe?

Homeopathic medicines are usually safe in breastfeeding and if Zincum Oxydatum Pellet has been recommended by doctor then there should be no doubt about its usage in breastfeeding.

If I am using Zincum Oxydatum Pellet, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Not really.

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Zincum Oxydatum Pellet 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