Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream while Breastfeeding

What is Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream used for?

Is Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream safe to use while breastfeeding? Can it interfere with growth and development of my kid?

Clotrimazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 23593-75-1

Excretion into breast milk is very unlikely since absorption through skin, vaginal mucosa, and, even intestinal mucosa into plasma is very poor with non-significant plasma levels or below the detection threshold (<10 ng/mL). In addition, because of a high plasma protein binding capacity, excretion into breast milk seems to be less likely. It is used frequently for treatment of Candida infection, either in skin or mouth mucosa, even in newborn and premature infants without observed side-effects. In case of use on the nipple, do it after feeding the baby and cleanse thoroughly the surface before the next one. Do not use creams, gels and other locally applied products that contain paraffin (mineral oil) to prevent absorption by the infant.

Clotrimazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 23593-75-1

Because clotrimazole has poor oral bioavailability, it is unlikely to adversely affect the breastfed infant, including topical application to the nipples. It has been used orally in infants with thrush, sometimes successfully after nystatin has failed.[1] Any excess cream or ointment should be removed from the nipples before nursing. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]

What if I already have used Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream?

My health care provider has asked me to use Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream, what to do?

If I am using Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Aptrimazole 1.0% Antifungal Cream | Clotrimazole Cream in breastfeeding?