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 Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice and some common side effects associated with Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice.
What is Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice used for?
Recommended use: A topical anticaries preparation for dental use only.
Purpose: 1.1% Neutral sodium fluoride gel for topical fluoride gel treatments. Neutragel provides 0.5% fluoride ion from sodium fluoride in a neutral (pH7), unflavored, unsweetened, stabilized gel base. The special formulation is non-etching on porcelain or ceramic filled restorations. Ideal for chemotherapy and Zerostomia patients.
I am currently breastfeeding and I want to know if using Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice is safe for my kid? Does it have any effect on milk production?
Active ingredient in Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice is Fluoride ion and based on our analysis of Fluoride ion it appears that using Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Fluoride ion while breastfeeding.
Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice Breastfeeding Analsys
SafeCAS Number: 7681-49-4
Used on teeth decay prophylaxis. It is contraindicated if water has been fluorated (>7ppm).
What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice?
As usage of Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice is mostly safe while breastfeeding hence there should not be any concern. In case of any change in behavior or health of your baby you should inform your health care provider about usage of Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice else no further action is required.
My health care provider has asked me to use Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice, what to do?
Definitely, Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice is safe in lactation for baby. No wonder your doctor has recommended it.
If I am using Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No extra baby monitoring required while mother is using Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Neutragel | Sodium Fluoride Gel, Dentifrice 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